Middle School Art Teacher; Grades 5-8

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Wichita Collegiate School (WCS), a thriving independent school located in Wichita, KS, will add a passionate and dedicated Middle School art teacher to our team for the 2026-27 school year. Our Middle School Art Teacher will teach up to five sections of various art styles and modalities. Coursework may include 2D and 3D art. The teacher will prepare and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with the scope and sequence outlined by Wichita Collegiate School, and spark curiosity in our students.

In addition to teaching art classes, the new teacher may also advise a group of 10-15 students.

Our teachers place students at the center of all teaching and learning to ensure the best educational experience for each student. They are willing to support WCS beyond the classroom with their time and talents to expand the student experience. Their curiosity for learning drives a commitment to professional growth, and they actively participate in school‑led professional development activities (including faculty meetings).

Collegiate educators share a commitment to doing whatever tasks are necessary to enhance the student experience.

Our fine arts teachers come from diverse backgrounds but share a commitment to delivering high‑quality instruction to students. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in education or art; a graduate degree in art is preferred but not required.
Three years of classroom experience is preferred; advanced education or relevant professional experience may substitute for classroom experience.

At WCS, we value individual differences and foster opportunities for conversation, acceptance, and celebration of diverse cultures, belief systems, and backgrounds. Our teachers provide a supportive, collaborative learning environment for our students, take a forward‑thinking approach to education, and challenge educational norms and explore new teaching methods.

• 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.
• A commitment to meet essential expectations.

Collegiate Educators are expected to be on campus from August 1 through May 31. During the school year, school hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm; schedules vary by department and may require work beyond 4:30 pm. Faculty members are expected to participate in school activities to foster our sense of community, which may require evening and/or weekend hours.