Art Teacher (2026-2027)

Position reports to: School Director. School year: 2026-2027. Hours: 7:30am-4:45pm plus some out-of-school time responsibilities.

About Us

As one of the highest performing charter networks in New York City, Classical Charter Schools is having a meaningful impact on education in the South Bronx. Recognized as a four-time National Blue Ribbon Award-Winning network, Classical Charter Schools outperforms 97% of New York charters by providing a transformative education through a classical curriculum focused on art, music, Latin, debate and character education. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to apply. At Classical, we provide comprehensive health benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for growth.

About the Role

Art Teachers are passionate about advancing our classical mission and helping all students gain knowledge of art.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in a way that maximizes learning
• Maintain a highly structured and engaged classroom culture where scholars demonstrate respect, responsibility, caring, trustworthiness, fairness, and citizenship
• Study, practice, and execute lessons that lead scholars to mastery of content, using our rigorous, highly vetted curriculum for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade
• Maintain a lesson pace that ensures comprehension and maximizes students' ability to engage
• Organize materials thoughtfully, developing classroom routines to manage materials efficiently with minimal lost learning time
• Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety
• Manage student behavior in a way that promotes learning and prioritizes prevention and de-escalation
• Maintain accurate records of student information and assessment data
• Work collaboratively and professionally with other staff and actively engage in professional development sessions
• Undertake other duties as required

Above all, our teachers care deeply about their scholars, who inspire them to do good and work well.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children
• Experience teaching art to children
• Undergraduate degree by June 2026

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a charter school
• Strong classroom management skills
• Certification in Art Education or a degree in Art
• Current art-making practice
• Alignment to Classical Charter School’s mission and approach
• Excellent work ethic and organizational skills
• Demonstrated application of our core values: Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency

Pay

$52,000 - $80,000 a year (salaried position). Please note that this is a general range; salaries are determined based on credentials and years of experience.

Benefits

• A generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages
• Student Loan Counseling
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Gym/Fitness Reimbursement
• Calm Subscription
• Wellness benefits
• 401k