Wichita Collegiate School (WCS), a thriving Independent School located in Wichita, KS, will add a select number of passionate and dedicated educators to our team for the 2025/26 school year. Our educators excel at providing supportive and collaborative learning environments for our students, have a forward-thinking approach to education, and enjoy the process of challenging educational norms and trying new ways to teach

Our Lower School Art Teacher will inspire creativity and foster a lifelong love of art in students from grades one through four. The art teacher will design and implement a dynamic art curriculum that introduces students to various artistic mediums, techniques, and cultural perspectives. This role encourages self-expression, critical thinking, and hands-on exploration in an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Collaboration is key, as the art teacher will work closely with grade-level teams to create meaningful, integrated projects that connect art with other subjects.

This will be a Part-time, Salaried Exempt position with hours Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 12:30

Duties include:

• Design and teach engaging, age-appropriate art lessons using various mediums and techniques.
• Foster creativity and self-expression among students.
• Evaluate student artwork and provide constructive feedback.
• Regularly display and update student artwork throughout the Lower School.
• Organize and contribute to school events featuring student art.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.
• Manage art supplies and prepare materials for classes.ollaborate with other teachers to integrate art projects with other subjects.
• Communicate with parents about student progress and upcoming art activities.
• Stay updated on new art education methods and participate in professional development.
• Adapt lessons to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Be open to assisting with various duties such as recess and lunch supervision.
• Partner with the enhancement team on interdisciplinary units and student support.

Our educators place students at the center of all teaching and learning to ensure the best educational experience for each student. At WCS, we value individual differences and foster opportunities for conversation, acceptance, and celebration of diverse cultures, belief systems, and backgrounds.

Collegiate Educators get excited about preparing for and delivering engaging learning experiences that spark curiosity in our students. They are willing to support WCS beyond the classroom with time and talents to expand the student experience beyond the classroom. Their curiosity for learning drives a commitment to professional growth, and they actively participate in school-lead professional development activities (including faculty meetings). Collegiate educators share a commitment to doing whatever tasks necessary to enhance the student experience.

Our educators come from varied backgrounds but share a sense of responsibility for delivering high-quality instruction to students. Educators should have a bachelor's degree in education or a subject area specific to the class(es) they teach. Three years of classroom experience is preferred; advanced education or relevant professional experience may be substituted for the classroom experience.

Collegiate Educators share the following attributes:

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A commitment to equitable and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• A willingness to receive and incorporate feedback from colleagues, students, and parents/guardians.
• A willingness to communicate with colleagues, students, and parents/guardians.
• A willingness to differentiate instruction, assessment, and feedback to students of all abilities.
• An excitement for creating a supportive, fun, and enriching classroom culture that reflects Wichita Collegiate School’s core values and teaching philosophy.
• A curiosity for professional growth, development, and leadership opportunities.
• A willingness to integrate technology as a tool for engaging students and enhancing instruction.
• A willingness for experiential/project-based learning and innovative thinking.

Work Environment: Lower School teachers are all over campus and will need to be able to navigate campus grounds while maintaining order over students. Teachers will be asked to lift up to 15 pounds on occasion. Teachers are expected to work at the students' level as needed, this may include sitting on the floor, bending, or squatting.

All Collegiate Educators are expected to be on campus from August 1 through May 31. During the school year, school hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm; the classroom schedule varies by department. Faculty members will participate in faculty meetings and professional development opportunities. Faculty members are expected to participate in school activities to foster our sense of community; this may include time outside school hours.

About Collegiate

Wichita Collegiate School is a coeducational, college preparatory, independent day school for students in early childhood, from 2-year-olds through grade 12. Located in East Wichita on a 42-acre campus, Wichita Collegiate is home to 978 students across four divisions: Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School.

Founded in 1963, Wichita Collegiate School has shaped our students into inquisitive thinkers and compassionate citizens prepared to impact the world positively. In keeping with our current and historic mission, Collegiate provides our students with a challenging and supportive academic environment alongside robust opportunities in the arts and athletics.

Wichita Collegiate School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS), is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and is a member of Independent School Management (ISM).

About Wichita

Not only has Wichita been named an All-American City four times since 1962, but it also consistently ranks among the top cities nationally for its quality of life. These accolades communicate affordability, short and easy commutes to work, and a high level of public safety for your family - attributes you simply can't find in most metro areas.

Every one of us is different, together we are Spartans. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.