Middle School Art Teacher

We are looking for a Middle School Art Teacher for a K12 international school located in Chengdu. This is a full-time position available for an immediate start, with a start date no later than the end of February 2027.

About the school

This is a K12 international school in Chengdu offering an international programme that includes the AP curriculum. The school is committed to academic excellence, critical thinking and global citizenship, and its diverse, inclusive community encourages students to become confident, compassionate and lifelong learners.

Job details

• Teach Art to middle school students, tailoring lessons to their developmental stage and individual needs
• Organise art exhibitions and creative activities that give students a platform to showcase their work
• Design an innovative art curriculum that brings in diverse cultural and artistic elements
• Manage the classroom with a positive, nurturing atmosphere, supporting each student's progress and wellbeing
• Communicate regularly with parents and offer guidance on their child's creative growth
• Keep up with trends in international art education and continue developing your own practice
• Maximum of 25 teaching periods per week, with occasional weekend or after-school work for student activities and competitions

• Excellent spoken and written English, with clear pronunciation
• Bachelor's degree or above in Fine Arts, Art Education or a related subject
• At least 2 years of art teaching experience at middle school level, ideally in an international school
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Specialism in either 2D or 3D art; experience organising art exhibitions strongly preferred
• Passionate, responsible, and a strong team player in a multicultural setting