Elementary Art Teacher (0.6 FTE)
On-site · Comstock Park, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Elementary .6 Art Teacher at Alpine Elementary in Kenowa Hills Public Schools. Delivers standards-aligned visual arts instruction across multiple elementary grades, using hands-on, project-based learning to foster creativity, critical thinking, and student expression. Responsibilities include MTSS-informed differentiation, IEP/504 accommodations, CKH-related relationship-centered practices, classroom management, collaboration with teachers and support staff, and ongoing assessment of student performance and engagement. Requires Michigan teaching certificate with Art Education endorsement (or ability to obtain), a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or related field, and on-site, in-person work. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in Art Education or related field, integrated STEAM experiences, diverse media proficiency, and experience curating exhibitions. The role is in-person with a 0.6 FTE schedule, deadline until filled, and includes involvement with district initiatives and safety protocols.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an Art Education endorsement, or ability to obtain one prior to employment
- Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated knowledge of Michigan Visual Arts Standards and grade-level benchmarks
- Experience with elementary-aged students through student teaching, practicum, or prior employment
- Ability to design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons across multiple grade levels (K–5)
- Strong classroom management skills that promote creativity, inclusion, safety, and student engagement
- Commitment to equitable, inclusive, and culturally responsive instructional practices
- Willingness to participate in district-provided training opportunities, including CPI, CPR/First Aid, and district instructional initiatives
- Experience with or willingness to support MTSS, small group instruction, and differentiated learning environments
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred
- Experience with MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support)
- Experience with or willingness to support CKH (Capturing Kids’ Hearts) or Related relationship-centered practices
- Proficiency with a variety of media and techniques (2D, 3D, digital, ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media)
- Experience integrating art with core content areas (STEAM, literacy, mathematics, social studies)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with teachers, families, and administrators
- Willingness to participate in district-provided training (CPI, CPR/First Aid)
- Commitment to equitable, inclusive instructional practices
- Experience with differentiation and small group instruction
- Ability to design developmentally appropriate lessons across K–5
- Experience with MTSS and intervention strategies
- Ability to implement IEPs and 504 Plans with fidelity
- Experience curating student artwork for exhibitions
- Strong classroom management and inclusive learning environment
- Passionate about student creativity and expression
- Ability to manage materials, schedules, and multiple grade levels
- Strong relationship-building and student voice emphasis
- Experience teaching art in an elementary setting
- Experience observing and evaluating student performance and communicating progress
- Proficiency with instructional technology and media tools
- Attention to safety and appropriate supervision in a studio setting
- Familiarity with CKH, Responsive Classroom or similar approaches
- Ability to supervise and support diverse learners including students with disabilities
- Comfort with project-based learning and hands-on art experiences
- Commitment to creating an engaging, student-centered classroom environment
- Experience delivering standards-aligned instruction
- Knowledge of Michigan Visual Arts Standards
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