Art Teacher

Art Teacher – Rifle High School, Rifle, CO

Starting Date:
Aug 3, 2026

Salary Range: $44,731 - $67,102 per year (no in-district experience)

Status:
Full Time, 165 Days Per Year, 36 Hours Per Week

JOB DESCRIPTION

Rifle High School promotes an environment where students and staff pursue scholarly success while accepting responsibility for their actions and treating people, including themselves, with dignity and care.

Job Summary
:
Responsible to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program based on the Colorado Academic Standards for the Visual Arts in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Responsible for working effectively with a team comprised of paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, parents and District office staff with the purpose of providing quality educational services for each and every student, each and every day, without exception.

Benefits
:
Garfield Re-2 School District offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, prescription drug coverage, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, Aflac products, employee assistance program, surgery plus opportunities, paid time off, sick leave, vacation leave, holiday pay, PERA retirement plan with 21.4% contribution, identity theft protection, local discounts, Verizon Wireless discount, and more.

Licensing Options
:

• Alternative Licensure – online program for bachelor’s degree holders.
• Long Term Substitute – requires a sub license and on‑the‑job training.
• Teacher Degree Apprentice – earn a bachelor’s while gaining on‑the‑job training.

Contact Information

• Stephen Johnston, Principal
• Rifle High School
• Email:

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.