Employment

Job Summary

Preston Hollow Presbyterian School seeks a full-time Art Teacher for grades K-6 for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate is a passionate and experienced art educator who thrives in a school environment and is committed to nurturing the creative potential of every child. The candidate should be a creative thinker with a deep understanding of art education best practices and the developmental needs of elementary-aged students. A candidate must value collaboration, embrace interdisciplinary teaching, and foster a classroom culture of curiosity, exploration, and respect. Strong communication skills, flexibility, and a commitment to professional growth are also essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

The job description below is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position

• Design and implement an engaging, standards-based visual arts curriculum for K-6 students.
• Foster a creative and supportive classroom environment that encourages artistic expression and critical thinking.
• Integrate a variety of artistic mediums, techniques, and art history into lessons to expose students to diverse art forms.
• Develop age-appropriate lesson plans that align with the school’s mission and educational philosophy.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and other specialists to integrate art into cross-disciplinary projects.
• Organize and display student artwork throughout the school and at special events.
• Plan and coordinate school-wide art showcases or exhibits.
• Provide individualized support to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Incorporate technology and innovative tools into art instruction when appropriate.
• Manage classroom materials, supplies, and art studio spaces.
• Assess student progress and provide regular feedback to students and families.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development opportunities, and school community events.
• Provide content and coordinate publication of the annual yearbook.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your interest letter and resume to Katie Machaj, kmachaj@phps.org. 

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K-6th Grade Art Teacher Job Description

1. Job Summary

Preston Hollow Presbyterian School is seeking a full-time teaching assistant/In-House Substitute for the 2025-2026 school year. Successful candidates will have experience in teaching at the elementary school level. The teaching assistant/In-House Substitute could assist in grade levels K-6th grade depending on need. This candidate will have the dual responsibility of serving as a teaching assistant, while also being called upon to serve as the school’s full-time In-House Substitute.  

Duties and Responsibilities

The job duties below are not designed to cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. 

•    Assist the teacher in preparing classroom materials and resources.
•    Help in setting up and organizing classroom displays and bulletin boards.
•    Provide additional support during group activities and projects when requested by the teacher.
•    Aid with filing assignments, quizzes, and tests.
•    Monitor students during breaks, recess, and lunchtime.
•    Help maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.
•    Assist with carpool duties.
•    Fill in as a substitute teacher when necessary (potentially two or three days a week)

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Teaching Assistant/In-House Substitute

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your resume and interest letter to Katie Machaj, kmachaj@phps.org.
 

We are accepting general applications for lower and upper elementary teaching positions. We are accepting inquiries for positions for the 23-24 school year. 

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Katie Machaj, kmachaj@phps.org, with an indication of preferred grade level(s) or specific content areas. 

General Job Summary:

Preston Hollow Presbyterian School serves students with learning differences in grades K-6. We offer small class sizes, with a focus on specific remediation of academic skills. Teaching positions include homeroom grade-level teachers, enrichment teachers that instruct in music, technology, PE and art,  and specialists that specifically support math or reading.

The ideal candidate is: 

• Experienced educator, preferably experienced working with students with learning differences, but not required
• Enjoys children at many different learning levels
• Has excellent classroom management
• Sets high expectations for student achievement while being supportive of students who learn differently
• Loves collaborating with a team
• Lifelong learner and a willingness to participate in ongoing professional development
• On-site childcare is available for children/grandchildren of full-time PHPS faculty and staff

 If you feel you would be a great fit for our community, please submit your information today!

PHPS is seeking substitute teachers that will serve K-6th grade students in all areas of instruction. 

For more information and/or questions about the openings above, contact Katie Machaj at:

214-368-3886 or by email at kmachaj@phps.org.

Resumes may be submitted by fax to 214-368-2255 or by email Katie Machaj.

On-site childcare is available for children/grandchildren of full-time PHPS faculty and staff.

There are no openings at this time.