North Lake School District
Job Title: K-8 Art Teacher
Location: North Lake, WI
Position Type: Full-Time
About Our School
At North Lake School, we pride ourselves on fostering a tight-knit, supportive community where creativity thrives. We are seeking an passionate, innovative, and experienced K-8 Art Teacher to lead our visual arts program. If you are an educator who loves watching a child''s artistic confidence grow from kindergarten scribbles to complex 8th-grade projects, you will fit right in.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an educator who views the art room not just as a place to paint, but as a hub for critical thinking, self-expression, and community leadership. Our ideal candidate brings a vibrant artistic background paired with the structured classroom management needed to keep a room full of young artists safe, focused, and inspired.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Qualities
Curriculum & Standards Mastery: Design and deliver a dynamic K-8 art curriculum rooted in state art standards, ensuring a sequential and comprehensive arts education.
Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, highly organized, and positive studio environment. You know how to balance the beautiful mess of an art room with clear, consistent routines.
Understanding of Student Development: Demonstrate a deep understanding of cognitive and motor skill development from ages 5 to 14, tailoring projects so they are developmentally appropriate and engaging for all levels.
Creativity & Flexibility: Bring fresh, innovative project ideas to life while remaining flexible enough to adapt lessons on the fly to meet diverse student needs and school schedules.
Collaboration & Leadership: Act as a leader within our school community. You will collaborate regularly with classroom teachers on cross-curricular projects and proudly showcase student work throughout the school and local community.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Art Education or related field.
Valid Wisconsin Teaching License in Art Education (K-8 or K-12).
Proven teaching experience in an art studio classroom setting preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, cover letter, a copy of your teaching license, and a digital portfolio of student and/or personal artwork via WECAN or directly to our district administration office.
North Lake School District is an equal opportunity employer.