Rhetoric Art Teacher

Job Summary: An Art Teacher should be a qualified, collegial educator who possesses a winsomeness and creativity to teach all levels of students. This teacher will be a mature Christian who is dedicated to lifelong learning and professional growth, passionate about nurturing and inspiring students, and enthusiastic about collaborating with a committed team of administrators and teachers to support Covenant’s mission.

Essential Functions:   The ideal teacher will consistently perform the following in the classroom and with their students:

• Exhibit the fruits of the Spirit, serving as a Christian role model both in and out of school.
• Set a good example for students, parents, and colleagues in speech, actions, attitude, judgment, dignity, and respect, while living in obedience to God’s Word.
• Demonstrate an expertise in Art Education and an ability to exhibit a deep understanding of artistic techniques, history, and theory while fostering a passion for continuous learning, and creative development, to inspire students in their artistic growth.
• Collaborate with the Art Department to assist with the design of age-appropriate art curriculum for Rhetoric students, covering foundational to advanced concepts across various artistic mediums, while ensuring alignment with Covenant’s classical Christian mission and vision.
• Provide instruction in art techniques, art history, and art appreciation.
• Follow curriculum guidelines for the classes that are taught.
• Cultivate an orderly and respectful classroom environment where students can focus on learning and creating.
• Guide students in developing technical skills, creativity, and an appreciation for beauty in art, emphasizing excellence and discipline.
• Teach students to analyze and evaluate art, fostering their ability to discern truth, goodness, and beauty.
• Encourage and mentor Rhetoric students to take leadership roles in art projects or art initiatives.
• Inspire students to value art as a reflection of God’s beauty and order, encouraging them to approach artistic creation and appreciation with reverence, discipline, and gratitude.
• Work with Covenant colleagues to integrate the artwork of students into other subjects.
• Showcase student work at School events and competitions.
• Able to adapt quickly to needs of the students and the needs of the Art program at Covenant.
• Attend monthly meetings with the Fine Arts division.
• Attend regular meetings with the Visual Arts department.
• Exhibit a collaborative and adaptable attitude while contributing to the needs and goals of the fine arts department.

• Utilize school-provided technology and software to maintain accurate and consistent records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress, ensuring timely and organized reporting.
• Display a collaborative and cooperative spirit by supporting the broader goals and initiatives of the Fine Arts Department.
• Serve as a shepherd to each student, advising them in their walk with Jesus Christ.

Minimum Experience and Background:

• Bachelor degree in Art, Art Education, or related field
• Experience in teaching Art

Specific Requirements Include: 

• An engaging and imaginative approach to inspiring students through the teaching of Art.
• The ability to provide constructive and encouraging feedback.
• Able to promote an appreciation for beauty as a reflection of God’s character to students.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 25–30 pounds, bend, stoop, or kneel to assist students, and actively supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Should be present at various school events, open houses, or extracurricular activities.
• Ability and commitment to work occasional weekend and evening hours as needed.

Other Requirements: 

• A growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A full and unreserved support of the School’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Beliefs.
• A consistent willingness and ability to support the vision, mission, critical issues, and core values of the school.