Art Teacher; Grades 5th - 12th

Primary Responsibility

Providing daily instruction in the following areas: 5/6 specials, 7/8 art, Intro. to 2-D and 3D art, Advanced 2D and 3D art, and AP Art, to all assigned students in a manner that is effective, appropriate, and fitting with the mission of Traders Point Christian Schools (TPCS). This includes preparing students in the transition process to a career or post‑secondary education.

Each teacher should have a complete understanding of the social, emotional, physical, and, most importantly, spiritual changes that will occur during these years.

Art Teacher (Upper School)

Reports to:

Upper School Principal

Providing daily instruction in the following areas: 5/6 specials, 7/8 art, Intro. to 2-D and 3D art, Advanced 2D and 3D art, and AP Art, to all assigned students in a manner that is effective, appropriate, and fitting with the mission of Traders Point Christian Schools (TPCS). This includes preparing students in the transition process to a career or post‑secondary education.

Each teacher should have a complete understanding of the social, emotional, physical, and, most importantly, spiritual changes that will occur during these years.

The goal of this position is to support Traders Point Christian School’s mission to challenge and educate students within the framework of a Biblical worldview while leading them to a personal faith and transformed life in Jesus Christ.

Educational and Experience Requirements:

• Candidates must be professing and maturing Christians enthusiastically supporting the School’s statement of faith and mission statements.
• A bachelor’s degree in the content area is required, and an ACSI teaching certification is preferred.
• Candidates should demonstrate a successful career in teaching the subject area in an academic setting.
• The ideal candidate will excel at developing collaborative relationships with all constituencies.
• Excellent communication skills are a must, including writing and presentation abilities.
• In addition, the position requires the ability to organize and prioritize work, resolve problems, follow through, and manage multiple priorities to ensure that goals are met in a timely manner.

• The teacher has a clear biblical testimony of salvation with an authentic and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional and personal life, with a calling and commitment to Christian education.
• The ideal teacher must have the desire to work closely and nurture a positive relationship with students, teachers, parents, staff, school administrators, and community members.
• The teacher must demonstrate respect for all students and community members.
• The ability to exercise good judgment, set a good example, and comply with school standards is a must, as well as the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• As a teacher at TPCS, you are expected to instruct and model important religious functions that include Bible instruction, prayer, participation in weekly chapels, and other religious duties.
• At TPCS, your role as a teacher involves a pastoral element where, through example and direct instruction, you are acting as a minister of our Christian faith.
• You must be able to address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.

• Responsible for working with students as they navigate through social, personal, academic and most importantly spiritual growth.
• Meet and successfully instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the available resources.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the available resources.
• Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress and enter scores in FACTS SIS on a regular basis as requested by the building principal.
• Assist in…