Art Teacher

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Until 8/22/2026 First posted May 29, 2026 Last posted May 29, 2026
Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

Ste Genevieve Catholic Church, Ste Genevieve is seeking a faith-filled, dedicated Art teacher to join our school community. The teacher will provide high-quality, standards-based instruction while fostering spiritual growth and modeling Catholic values.

Job Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate art lessons for students
  • Introduce and reinforce art concepts, techniques, and art history
  • Foster creativity, imagination, and appreciation for the arts
  • Integrate faith, culture, and creativity into art instruction when appropriate
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging art classroom
  • Display student artwork and support school-wide art projects and events
  • Communicate effectively with school administration and classroom teachers
  • Assess student learning and provide meaningful feedback
  • Support students’ academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development
  • Follow all school policies and Archdiocesan guidelines
  • Model Christian values and uphold the mission of Catholic education

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field (Master’s degree a plus).
  • Missouri Teaching Certification (Art K–12 preferred) or eligibility to obtain certification.

  • Previous teaching experience in a school setting, preferably Catholic or private.

  • Practicing Catholic preferred; must support the mission of Catholic education.

  • Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to inspire and nurture creativity across a wide range of age groups and skill levels.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status. 

About this role

Summary

Teach art, foster creativity, integrate faith, and support student development.

Job title

Art Teacher

Experience level

preferably with teaching experience

Industry

religion

Location requirements

Ste Genevieve, MO, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

bachelor’s degree in art education or related fieldMissouri teaching certification or eligibilityclassroom managementcommunication skillsorganizational skills

Preferred skills

Master’s degree in related fieldCatholic practice

Specializations

art educationfaith-based teachingart historyclassroom management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670, USA

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