Job Description

Summary

Peachtree Academy is a private school that is seeking a creative, passionate, and patient Elementary Art Teacher to inspire young minds through the visual arts. The teacher will develop and implement engaging art lessons aligned with curriculum standards, helping students in grades PreK?5 explore various art techniques, mediums, and cultural art traditions.

Duties

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement age-appropriate art curriculum and lesson plans.
• Introduce students to a variety of artistic styles, techniques, and materials (drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, mixed media, etc.).
• Foster a safe and respectful classroom environment that encourages creativity, self-expression, and constructive critique.
• Assess and evaluate student performance, providing feedback and maintaining progress records.
• Organize student artwork for display around the school and for art shows or exhibitions.
• Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administration to support cross-curricular projects or school events.
• Maintain art supplies and manage inventory efficiently.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with special needs.
• Promote an appreciation of art history and multicultural perspectives in visual art.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress and classroom activities.
• Participate in school events throughout the school year.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor?s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• State certification/license to teach elementary art (or eligibility to obtain).
• Prior experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong classroom management skills and a nurturing, patient demeanor.
• Ability to integrate technology and digital media into art instruction is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• Passion for the arts and working with young children.
• Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Experience coordinating schoolwide art projects or community exhibits.
• Familiarity with current trends in art education and child development.

Benefits

401K plus a 4% company match
Great environment work environment
Great hours! Salary based on experience.

About Us

*Peachtree Academy*

Our school is a State of Art Private PreK through 12th-grade private school. We are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools / Advanc-ED and we strive to challenge our students each and every day. Students utilize a state-of-the-art computer lab and library for learning enhancement. Our students compete in a variety of academic events including Math Olympics, Creative Writing, Spelling Bees, Speech Meets, Science Fairs, and over 17 different sports teams. At Peachtree Academy, we expect our students to be well-rounded and encourage them to participate in extra-curricular activities (soccer, baseball, language classes, chess, drama, music, and dance).

?*Peachtree Prep*

The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.

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