North Shore Country Day School
Long Term Substitute--Lower School Art Teacher
North Shore Country Day School, Winnetka, Illinois, United States, 60093
Long Term Substitute--Lower School Art Teacher
North Shore Country Day, a JK-12 independent school near Chicago, seeks a full-time Lower School Elementary Art Long Term Substitute Teacher (JK-5th) for the winter term (January 12, 2026 - June 2026). The Lower School Arts curriculum centers on developing contemporary skills through the exploration of materials such as clay, paint, and mixed-media. A Bachelor’s degree in elementary education or art is preferred. A Master’s degree is encouraged. We seek candidates with three or more years of relevant teaching experience, a demonstrable talent and passion for teaching visual art to Lower School students (Junior Kindergarten through 5th grade), and a commitment to making their classroom a joyful and expressive space for students. A strong understanding of current trends in aesthetic education, global art history, and diverse expressions of visual culture is desired. Candidates with a current, active practice as a visual artist are preferred. Additionally, we will value candidates who have invested in growing their intercultural competencies and whose teaching practice reflects those understandings and skills both inside and outside the classroom. In addition to teaching responsibilities, all faculty members are expected to support the lower school community by participating in regular duties, including recesses, lunches and carline, as well as attending regular faculty meetings. Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter specific to the role at North Shore Country Day School, a resume, an educational philosophy statement and an artist statement, access to an electronic portfolio of their artwork, and a list of professional references to careers@nscds.org. North Shore Country Day is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and abilities. North Shore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: $17,000.00/yr - $32,000.00/yr Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Temporary Job function
Education and Training Education Management
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North Shore Country Day, a JK-12 independent school near Chicago, seeks a full-time Lower School Elementary Art Long Term Substitute Teacher (JK-5th) for the winter term (January 12, 2026 - June 2026). The Lower School Arts curriculum centers on developing contemporary skills through the exploration of materials such as clay, paint, and mixed-media. A Bachelor’s degree in elementary education or art is preferred. A Master’s degree is encouraged. We seek candidates with three or more years of relevant teaching experience, a demonstrable talent and passion for teaching visual art to Lower School students (Junior Kindergarten through 5th grade), and a commitment to making their classroom a joyful and expressive space for students. A strong understanding of current trends in aesthetic education, global art history, and diverse expressions of visual culture is desired. Candidates with a current, active practice as a visual artist are preferred. Additionally, we will value candidates who have invested in growing their intercultural competencies and whose teaching practice reflects those understandings and skills both inside and outside the classroom. In addition to teaching responsibilities, all faculty members are expected to support the lower school community by participating in regular duties, including recesses, lunches and carline, as well as attending regular faculty meetings. Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter specific to the role at North Shore Country Day School, a resume, an educational philosophy statement and an artist statement, access to an electronic portfolio of their artwork, and a list of professional references to careers@nscds.org. North Shore Country Day is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and abilities. North Shore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: $17,000.00/yr - $32,000.00/yr Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Temporary Job function
Education and Training Education Management
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