Art Guide

Join our team of dedicated Montessori educators

We are seeking a creative and experienced Art Guide to lead art instruction for our Primary and Elementary students. The ideal candidate will have strong artistic skills, a passion for nurturing creativity in children, and the ability to integrate art with Montessori principles and the broader curriculum.

Responsibilities

  • Teach art to Primary and Elementary students through hands-on, process-oriented instruction
  • Design and implement age-appropriate art curriculum that includes various media and techniques
  • Create a prepared art environment with organized materials and inspiring displays
  • Introduce children to art history, diverse artistic traditions, and cultural perspectives
  • Foster creativity, self-expression, and aesthetic appreciation
  • Integrate art projects with classroom themes and cultural studies when appropriate
  • Assess student growth in artistic skills and creative thinking
  • Maintain the art studio and manage materials responsibly
  • Organize student art exhibitions and participate in school events
  • Collaborate with classroom guides and participate in professional development

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or related field
  • Minimum 2 years of experience teaching art to young children
  • Strong skills in multiple art media (drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, etc.)
  • Understanding of child development and age-appropriate art instruction
  • Knowledge of art history and diverse artistic traditions
  • Ability to create a safe, organized, and inspiring art space
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn Montessori philosophy

Desired Qualities

  • Passion for nurturing children’s creativity and self-expression
  • Patient and encouraging teaching approach
  • Appreciation for process over product in children’s art
  • Strong organizational and classroom management skills
  • Enthusiasm for exploring diverse artistic traditions and techniques
  • Collaborative spirit and willingness to support interdisciplinary learning

Ready to Apply?

We would love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our online portal.

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