Art Teacher

Position: Art Teacher (2026-2027 School Year) [Immediate Start]
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Denver, CO:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
R6675
** POSITION**:
Visual Arts Teacher
** GRADE LEVEL:
** Middle School
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* LOCATION:

** TBD You can view the current openings at this link. We encourage you to apply even if your preferred position is not listed as we will be posting new roles throughout the year.
** SALARY**: $60,000-$78,000 based on aligned years of experience up to 10 years. We also offer a relocation stipend for anyone joining us from 75 miles or more from Denver!
** STATUS**:
Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position (Denver, CO)
** START**:
First day of new staff training at the end of July. You can view the current School Year Calendar here.

** THE ROLE
** We are seeking a talented and versatile Visual Arts Teacher to inspire students in both digital and traditional art forms. This position involves teaching a wide range of artistic techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media such as graphic design and digital illustration. The ideal candidate will guide students in developing their creative skills while integrating technology to enhance visual expression.

With a focus on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and artistic innovation, the teacher will encourage students to build a strong portfolio and explore the intersection of traditional and digital art.  Based on the campus and opening, you may be teaching any of the below courses. We will inquire about your preferences during the interview process.
* Digital Arts
* Visual Arts
* Ceramics* Journalism
* Graphic Design
* Drawing* Studio Arts
* Photography* Guitar
* Capstone:
Student Portfolio Art & Aligned Internship
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* Key Responsibilities:

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* ** Deliver Rigorous & Engaging Content:
** Utilize DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous grade level aligned content to 3-5 classes daily depending on campus and content area. DSST prioritizes curriculum that centers the cultures and histories of underrepresented and marginalized communities.
* ** Track and Support Student Growth:
** Prioritize students’ intellectual growth by holding high expectations for academic success including monitoring and assessing the performance of all students through a variety of assessment tools and resources to guide instruction and support individual student proficiency.
* ** Promote Positive Culture:
** Employ DSST culture and support systems while validating students’ cultural identities. Actively promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture. Cultivate and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
* ** Pursue Professional Development:
** Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
* ** Contribute to School Community:
** Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring, etc. Explore more potential duties here.
** THE PERSON
** We value staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, and ideas. Our most successful employees share the following characteristics:
* An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals.
* A proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance your teaching practice.  
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* Qualifications:

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* ** Minimum:
** Bachelor's Degree in any field. Demonstrated content knowledge (known as in-field status) via various qualifications (see qualification options here).
* ** Ideal:
** Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color,…