Teacher - Art

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School is seeking a creative, enthusiastic Art Teacher for Early Learners through 8th Grade for the 2026–2027 school year.

The role is Part-Time (2–3 days per week, 16 hours) with a focus on fostering creativity and self-expression in a Catholic educational setting in Portsmouth, Virginia. The ideal candidate holds a Art Education degree and Virginia licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or related field and Virginia teaching licensure.
• Experience teaching art in a school setting is preferred.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging art lessons for Early Learners through 8th Grade.
• Teach a variety of art techniques and media appropriate to each age group.
• Encourage creativity, self-expression and confidence in students.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or related field

Virginia teaching licensure

Job description

• Job Category Eastern
• Employee Type PT Limited No Benefits
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Contact information

Description

Art Teacher (Early Learners–8)

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School

Portsmouth, Virginia

Portsmouth Catholic Regional School is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and dedicated Art Teacher for Early Learners through 8th Grade for the 2026–2027 school year.

Position

Part-Time Art Teacher — 2–3 Days Per Week (16 hours)

Closing Date

Commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic educator who is passionate about the visual arts and committed to inspiring creativity and self-expression in students. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, inclusive, and positive classroom environment where students are encouraged to explore their creativity, develop artistic skills, and grow in confidence. The Art Teacher will serve as a positive role model and support the mission and values of Catholic education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate art lessons for students from Early Learners through 8th Grade.
• Teach a variety of artistic techniques, processes, and media appropriate to each age group.
• Encourage creativity, self-expression, confidence, and artistic growth.
• Create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment where every student is encouraged to participate and succeed.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and well-managed art classroom.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback that encourages continued growth.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs and abilities of students.
• Encourage students to recognize and appreciate their own creativity and the work of others.
• Prepare and organize student artwork for classroom displays, school events, and special celebrations.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student learning and contribute to the overall life of the school.
• Participate in school activities and events as appropriate.
• Support the mission of Portsmouth Catholic Regional School and promote Christian values through positive relationships with students and the school community.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or a related field; Virginia teaching licensure is required.
• Previous experience teaching art in a school setting is preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated passion for working with students and fostering creativity, self-expression, and artistic growth.

Summary

Qualified candidates should upload a cover letter, resume, and complete the diocesan application.