Art Teacher, Middle School

Art Teacher, Middle School (2026-27)

United Schools United Middle Main Street - Columbus, Ohio

Job : 5740052

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

School Year: 2026-27

Position:
Art Teacher

Grade(s): 6th, 7th, or 8th Grade

Reports to:

School Director

United Schools (United) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio that works tirelessly to close the opportunity gap in Columbus. Each United campus is an open enrollment, public charter school dedicated to transforming lives and communities through education, with the vision: "For every child, an open door."

United currently operates two high‑performing elementary schools (K-5) and two high‑performing middle schools (6-8) serving more than 900 students. The schools provide a rigorous academic experience in a joyful learning environment, focusing on intentional student support and continual improvement.

United Schools Art Teachers instruct and evaluate students in producing, understanding, and appreciating the fine arts. They collaborate with local organizations to expand student access to art programming, work with grade‑level teams on special events and assemblies, maintain grade‑level culture, support classroom instruction, and communicate with families about lessons and events. Teachers deepen relationships with students through lunch, recess, or covering classes when needed, and they implement frequent feedback and design rigorous, aligned curriculum to support all learners.

• Mission‑Driven: belief in United’s mission to transform lives and communities.
• Growth Mindset: belief in the ability of all students to grow.
• Relationship‑Driven: authentic relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Conscientiousness: professional, reliable, diligent, and detail‑oriented.
• Emotionally Constant: calm while addressing multiple priorities.

• Holds a B.A./B.S. degree and can secure the appropriate teaching license.
• Prior experience working in urban schools and/or communities (preferred).
• Experience facilitating school partnerships to improve art opportunities for students (preferred).
• Committed to data‑driven instructional practices and the techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 3.0.
• Relentless in writing, refining, and internalizing curriculum, lessons, and assessments.
• Open to frequent feedback from team members.
• Effective communication with students, families, and colleagues.
• Comfortable with Google products for effective communication and job execution.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

This full‑time position begins July 27, 2026, but applications are considered immediately.

Report times:
Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., with occasional tasks outside these hours.

Salary:
Starting at $49,000 for a new Teacher with a Bachelor’s degree; higher salaries depend on professional experience and education level.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Eligibility to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).

All United campuses are Equal Opportunity Employers.