Elementary Art Teacher

School Overview: Pee Dee Innovation & Leadership Academy (PDILA) is a tuition-free, high-quality, public charter school authorized by the South Carolina Public Charter School District opening in August 2025. Our mission is to empower students to transcend traditional boundaries and become world-class learners. We are committed to fostering a safe, dynamic learning environment that cultivates curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for lifelong learning. As a Leader in Me School and by providing innovative educational experiences, personalized mentorship, and cutting-edge resources, we aim to instill in students the skills, resilience, and adaptability needed to excel on a global stage.

Position Overview: PDILA is seeking a passionate and dedicated Elementary Art Teacher for grades 2 through 5 for the 2025-2026 school year. The Art Teacher will play a vital role in fostering a love for visual arts, developing students' artistic skills, and integrating art education with leadership principles. Under limited supervision, the Art Teacher will plan and present innovative, developmentally appropriate lessons that inspire creativity and enhance students' artistic and academic growth.

Key Responsibilities:

· Instruction & Curriculum Development

• Plan and implement engaging art lessons aligned with South Carolina state standards and the school's curriculum.
• Design and deliver lessons that explore various artistic techniques, media, and cultural art forms.
• Encourage creative expression through individual and collaborative art projects.
• Integrate art history and cultural appreciation into lessons to promote global awareness.

· Classroom Environment & Student Engagement

• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and structured classroom environment appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and media to meet diverse learning needs.
• Integrate Leader in Me principles into classroom culture and instruction.
• Develop reasonable classroom procedures and expectations, maintaining order in a fair and just manner.

· Student Assessment & Data-Driven Instruction

• Assess, document, and analyze student progress regularly, providing feedback to students and parents.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, grades, and assessments as required by law and school policy.
• Identify and report suspected learning or other disabilities to district specialists as appropriate.

· Collaboration & Professional Development

o Participate in ongoing professional development, professional learning communities (PLCs), and staff training.

o Attend staff meetings and serve on committees to support school initiatives.

o Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate art into core subjects and interdisciplinary projects.

o Engage with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections and support holistic student learning.

· School & Community Engagement

o Participate in ongoing professional development, professional learning communities (PLCs), and staff training.

o Attend staff meetings and serve on committees to support school initiatives.

o Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate art into core subjects and interdisciplinary projects.

o Engage with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections and support holistic student learning.

· Administrative & Operational Duties

• Maintain an organized classroom and inventory of art supplies and equipment.
• Ensure student safety and well-being during class and art-related activities.
• Arrange for guest artists and community partnerships to enhance the art program.

Additional Duties

• May provide remedial assistance to individuals, small groups or entire classes of students as scheduled during or after regular school hours.
• Maintains a clean and orderly classroom.
• Performs related duties as required and assigned.

Attendance:

• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness.
• Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.

Dependability:

• Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work.
• Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures.
• Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Quality of Work:

• Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.
• Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.
• Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.

Quantity of Work:

• Performs described Key Responsibilities and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

Relationships with Others:

• Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit.
• Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees.
• Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts.
• Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will.
• Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in Art Education or a related field from an accredited institution.

· Valid and current South Carolina teaching certificate in Art Education or eligibility for certification.

· Proficiency in a variety of artistic media and knowledge of diverse cultural art forms.

• Strong understanding of child development and best practices in elementary education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of PDILA—as well as processes and procedures.

Incentives

· State PEBA Benefits (Medical & Dental)

· 401K/403b Retirement Options

· $51,00 starting salary

Application Process: Interested candidates should complete the following:

· An employment interest form, located here: https://forms.gle/i6k3EsY8aMv645SN8

• A current resume.
• A cover letter detailing their educational philosophy and how it aligns with PDILA's mission.
• Copies of relevant certifications and transcripts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Lake City, SC 29560 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lake City, SC 29560: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,000