PYP Art Lead Teacher Prek-5

DAYSTAR ACADEMY

Job Description

Title:

PYP Art Lead Teacher

Reports to:

Director of Lower and Middle School

Job Type: Part-Time Hourly, On-Site Position

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in education and/or a related field preferred; PYP required training

Dates:
August 10, 2026–June 11, 2027

Work Days/

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 15 hours per week

The PYP Art Lead is a specialized visual arts educator within a faith-based, International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) setting. This individual designs and delivers engaging, inquiry-driven art instruction for students in Preschool through Grade 5, thoughtfully aligned with the IB PYP framework and the school's mission and values.

This role is ideal for a creative, mission-driven educator who brings both artistic expertise and a genuine heart for faith-based education — someone who sees the studio as a space where curiosity, meaning-making, and spiritual growth intersect.

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• Provide a safe school environment—indoors and out—per directives regarding building operations (keys, fobs, alarm codes), the Daystar Distinctives, and Responsive Classroom practices.
• Participate in brief staff prayer at 7:35 AM, Monday through Thursday, in the Gathering Place.
• Complete assigned arrival duties.
• Fulfill essential job functions based on one’s specific job description; and during times of school drills or emergencies, assist others as able.
• Be punctual, appropriately dressed, and prepared for work on assigned days and times.
• Model positive and respectful interactions with students and all members of the Daystar community at all times.
• Be an excellent ambassador of Daystar Academy at all times.
• Respect all school procedures and chain of command.
• Adhere to all requirements outlined in the Staff Handbook and comply with school policies.
• Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees.

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times.
• Promptly communicate any observations or concerns regarding students’ academic progress, social interactions, or behavior to the appropriate Lead Teacher or administrator.
• Refer all parent inquiries or concerns to the Lead Teacher or Director.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers and staff through clear communication, problem-solving, flexibility, and encouragement.
• Support and implement the Responsive Classroom management philosophy and practices.
• Organize and lead an annual Spring Art Exhibition to showcase student engagement and achievement in the visual arts.
• Integrate faith into all teaching responsibilities in alignment with Daystar’s mission and Statement of Faith.

• Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate art lessons for students in Preschool through Grade 5 that promote creativity, self-expression, critical thinking, and artistic exploration.
• Integrate instruction in drawing, painting, art history, and other visual art forms, fostering students’ knowledge, skills, and appreciation of the arts.
• Apply elements of design and modern principles of art effectively in classroom instruction.
• Demonstrate and teach the fundamentals and diverse techniques of drawing and various media.
• Differentiate instruction by providing individual and small-group support to meet the varying intellectual and artistic needs of students.
• Teach students the proper care, use, and maintenance of art tools and materials.
• Maintain organized and secure storage areas; manage materials and tools to prevent loss, ensure safety, and optimize instructional time.
• Assess and evaluate student growth in artistic knowledge, technical skills, and aesthetic understanding; prepare and submit timely progress reports.
• Plan and curate displays and exhibitions of student artwork for school wide and community events.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in professional development opportunities, including training aligned with the IB PYP framework.
• Use data consistently to inform instructional practice and support students’ academic, social, emotional, and…