What are the responsibilities and job description for the K - 6 Art Teacher (Anticipated) position at Garner Hayfield Ventura Community School District?
Full Time K-6 Art Teacher
Garner Hayfield Ventura Community School District (GHV) is seeking a passionate and creative K-6 Art Teacher to join our team. This position serves our kindergarten through sixth grade students in a smaller, close-knit district. Strong relationships, student engagement, and community pride are central to our work.
Position Overview
The K-6 Art Teacher will design and deliver engaging, standards-based art instruction that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression. The ideal candidate enjoys working with students across multiple grade levels and values the opportunity to shape a strong, comprehensive art program.
Responsibilities
- Teach three sections for each grade level
- Develop engaging, age-appropriate lessons in a variety of media and techniques
- Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages creativity and risk-taking
- Assess student learning and provide meaningful feedback
- Maintain an organized, safe, and inspiring art classroom
- Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive school culture
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and administration
- Participate in school activities and professional development opportunities
Qualifications
- Valid Iowa teaching license with Art endorsement
- Ability to connect with students across a wide range of ages and abilities
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills
- Willingness to contribute to a small-school environment where flexibility and teamwork are valued
Why Join GHV?
- Small class sizes and strong student–teacher relationships
- Supportive administration and collaborative staff
- Opportunity to build meaningful connections with students and the community
- Chance to make a real impact in a student-centered district
To learn more about GHV, please check out our 3 social media sites.
Great things are happening at GHV!
Consider being a part of our team!
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ghvschools/
X: https://twitter.com/ghvschools
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GHVSchools
To apply, please do TWO ACTIONS with the following documents -
1) Email to Principal Michael Meyering at mmeyering@ghvschools.org AND
2) Submit materials to TeachIowa.
- Letter of Application/Cover Letter
- Resume
- Three letters of recommendation
- Copy of licensure