Art Teacher

POSITION: Art Teacher Putnam Middle School is seeking an innovative Art Teacher. The ideal candidate will inspire student creativity, deliver high-quality studio instruction, and build an inclusive classroom environment that fosters artistic expression and critical thinking. Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world. Major Duties & Responsibilities Instructional Design: Design engaging visual arts lessons across various mediums aligned with state art standards.Classroom Culture: Foster a classroom environment built on mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and inclusivity.Collaboration: Work closely with the grade-level teams to support interdisciplinary projects and display student artwork.Studio & Data Management: Safely manage art supplies and use artistic rubrics to differentiate instruction for all learners.Communication: Maintain open and professional communication with students, families, and administration. Minimum Qualifications Certification: Valid CT Teaching License/Certificate with Art endorsement (042), or eligibility for certification. Experience: Previous middle school art teaching experience or studio instruction preferred.Knowledge: Strong understanding of middle school developmental milestones, studio safety, and art education best practices.Skills: Excellent classroom management, material organization, and interpersonal skills. Background Check: Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements START DATE: October 13, 2026 RATE OF PAY & BENEFITS: Determined by contractual agreement Application Procedure EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Gregory Keith, Principal APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled Equal Opportunity Employer