Grade 3-8 Specialist Visual Arts Teacher - King's Town School

King's Town School is an independent not-for-profit school offering a Montessori preschool program and an enriched Kindergarten to Grade 8 education. Located in downtown Kingston, we provide local families with an exceptional educational experience. Our close-knit and collaborative community is supported by a dedicated teaching team committed to personalized learning and student success. Our comprehensive program includes enriched academics, the arts, outdoor education, athletics, and experiential learning.

Are you passionate about fostering creativity and inspiring young artists? King's Town School is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Visual Arts Teacher to deliver a dynamic and engaging arts program for students in Grades 3 through 8.

• At King's Town School, we believe the arts are an essential part of a child's education. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about helping students develop their artistic skills, creative confidence, and appreciation for diverse artistic traditions and perspectives.
• The successful candidate will create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment and deliver a program that introduces students to art theory, a variety of artistic techniques and media, and artistic traditions from different cultures, while accommodating a range of learning styles and abilities.

Qualifications:

• Ontario College of Teachers certification.
• Experience teaching Visual Arts to elementary-aged students.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• This position is 14 hours per week and includes teaching time, preparation periods, and some student supervision during lunch and recess. It is a 0.37 FTE position with a salary range of $18,685-$19,610 depending on experience and qualifications.
• There may be an opportunity to add additional hours/salary to this position, depending on the successful candidate's qualifications, availability, and the school's needs.
• Join our supportive and collaborative school community and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are requested to submit their resumes and will undergo an interview process. We appreciate all candidates who express interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Please submit your resumes by August 12 , 2026 to:

Roxanne Garwood, Principal, King's Town School 

• Email Address: r.garwood@kingstownschool.ca
• 66 Rideau Street
• Kingston ON K7K 2Z7

At King's Town School, we prioritize inclusivity and are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We offer accommodations that consider the accessibility needs of individuals. If you require any accommodations during the interview process, please contact Kate Beattie at k.beattie@kingstownschool.ca

Thank you for considering King's Town School as your next professional endeavour.