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Archdiocese of St. Louis is hiring: Art Teacher in Perryville

Archdiocese of St. Louis, Perryville, MO, United States


Job Summary
The Art Teacher is responsible for delivering a comprehensive visual arts program that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression while supporting the mission of Catholic education. The teacher integrates faith, culture, and artistic tradition, encouraging students to explore beauty, truth, and meaning through art.

Job Responsibilities

Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate Jr/Sr high school art lessons for students

Introduce and reinforce art concepts, techniques, and art history

Foster creativity, imagination, and appreciation for the arts

Integrate faith, culture, and creativity into art instruction when appropriate

Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging art classroom

Display student artwork and support school-wide art projects and events

Communicate effectively with school administration and classroom teachers

Coordinate and manage the publications classes products that include school newsletter/periodical “THE GLEANER”, high school yearbook, and work with school social media postings

Be the main point of contact for yearbook publication company and agency

Manage the budget of the yearbook

Assess student learning and provide meaningful feedback

Support students’ academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development

Follow all school policies and Archdiocesan guidelines

Model Christian values and uphold the mission of Catholic education

Job Requirements
Required

Bachelor’s degree in Art, Education, or a related field

Ability to teach art to children in junior high and high school setting

Strong organizational, classroom management, and communication skills

Dependable, creative, and professional demeanor

Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education

Preferred

Valid teaching certification or eligibility

Previous experience teaching art in a school setting

Experience working with a variety of age levels and skill ranges

Practicing Catholic or willingness to support Catholic faith practices

Working Conditions

School-based instruction in an art classroom setting

Frequent interaction with students and faculty

Ability to stand, move about the classroom, and manage art materials

Schedule aligned with the school calenda

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

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