What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary/Middle School Art Teacher position at TeachIowa?
West Monona Elementary School is seeking an Elementary/Middle School Art Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. They must have an understanding of the learning process and specific knowledge of the physical, social, emotional, and academic development of elementary students. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate effective classroom management skills by fostering positive and strong relationships with students and families. The ability to differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the needs of all learners is essential.
For additional questions, please contact Tasha Lewis at tasha.lewis@westmonona.org or 712-433-1393.
Education and Related Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Iowa teaching license or the ability to obtain the required certification or Class B license by the district’s start date
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Demonstrates competence in classroom management
- Ability to build effective and professional relationships with families, students, and colleagues
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively to plan and prepare instruction
- Commitment to professional growth at both the building and district levels
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, supportive, and respectful classroom environment for all students
- Collaborate with grade-level, subject-area, and building teachers to enhance learning opportunities
- Develop and utilize curriculum and essential standards to meet student learning goals
- Maintain open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and school staff
- Prepare and deliver engaging and creative art lessons with fidelity
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
About Our Community
West Monona is located in Onawa, Iowa (pop. 2,900), along the I-29 corridor between the Missouri River and the scenic Loess Hills. Our community enjoys the benefits of small-town living while being conveniently close to larger metropolitan areas. Sioux City is just 35 minutes away, and the Council Bluffs/Omaha metro area is within an hour’s drive.
Onawa offers a wide range of amenities, including:
- Museums
- City parks
- A golf course
- A hospital
- A courthouse
- A race track
- A swimming pool
- A movie theater
- Various stores and restaurants
- A pharmacy
- A library
- A motel and casino
- Nature preserves
