Art Teacher; Grades K

Art Teacher (Grades K–8)

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Visual Arts Teacher to provide engaging instruction for students in Grades K–8.

The successful candidate will deliver a comprehensive visual arts curriculum aligned with the school's Core Knowledge program, fostering creativity, artistic skill development, and an appreciation for art history and visual expression. The teacher will create a structured, supportive classroom environment where students develop artistic techniques while building confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills.

• Plan and deliver engaging visual arts instruction aligned with the Core Knowledge curriculum.
• Develop lessons that introduce students to a variety of artistic techniques, media, styles, and art history.
• Demonstrate artistic processes and create instructional examples to support student learning.
• Guide students in developing artistic skills while encouraging creativity, craftsmanship, and self-expression.
• Assess student progress and maintain accurate records of grades, participation, and achievement.
• Prepare progress reports and report cards as required.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and well-equipped art classroom while ensuring the proper care and use of materials and equipment.
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and administrators to support student achievement and interdisciplinary learning.
• Implement the school's assertive discipline model and maintain a structured, respectful classroom environment.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and other required school events.
• Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the Assistant Director or Leadership Team.

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Art Education, Visual Arts, or a closely related field required.
• Massachusetts Visual Arts licensure (or eligibility to obtain licensure).
• Strong knowledge of artistic techniques, media, art history, and age-appropriate instructional practices.
• Ability to inspire creativity while maintaining high academic and behavioral expectations.
• Excellent classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Ability to perform responsibilities in accordance with school policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Successful completion of applicable Massachusetts MTEL requirements within one year of employment.

This position reports to the Assistant Director and is an annual appointment subject to yearly evaluation.

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.

COVID-19 vaccination is not required for employment.