Part Time Junior High Art Teacher

Description

School Name: St. Patrick Catholic School

Location: 3820 Pio Pico Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Reports to: Principal
Employment Type: Part Time, (Monday - Thursday 12:30pm - 3:00pm)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Rate: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour 

The Part-Time Junior High Art Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate visual arts instruction to middle school students. This educator will foster a creative, supportive classroom environment that encourages artistic exploration, skill development, and self-expression. The ideal candidate is passionate about art education, enjoys working with adolescents, and is committed to cultivating a positive and inclusive learning experience. 

School Mission Statement: St. Patrick Catholic School fosters a community where students grow in faith and knowledge in order to bring Christ’s light to the world.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate art lessons that align with curriculum standards and support artistic growth
• Introduce students to a wide range of techniques, media, and art styles—including drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and digital art (as applicable)
• Incorporate elements of art history, cultural relevance, and contemporary practices into instruction
• Foster a classroom culture that encourages creativity, respectful critique, and personal expression
• Adapt lessons and instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students
• Assess student progress through a variety of methods (projects, portfolios, reflections, etc.) and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Organize and curate student artwork for displays, exhibitions, and school/community events
• Maintain inventory and manage safe use of art supplies and materials
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff on cross-curricular projects and school initiative

Administrative/ Other Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly and respectfully with parents and colleagues
• Return phone calls and emails in a timely and professional manner
• Demonstrate confidentiality, professionalism, and alignment with Catholic school values
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the administration

Requirements

Religious Qualifications

• Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred)
• Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field (required)
• Valid teaching certification or licensure for middle school art (preferred; may vary by state or school)
• Prior experience teaching art to junior high students or similar age group
• Strong knowledge of visual art techniques, materials, and curriculum design
• Ability to create an inclusive, respectful, and inspiring classroom environment
• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills with students, families, and colleagues

Physical Requirements

To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must:

• Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
• Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.
• Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
• Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
• Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

St. Patrick Catholic School, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.