Middle School Arts Teacher (2026-2027)

About the Role

Match has an opening for a full-time Arts Teacher who can continue to help build Match's middle school Arts program. The position entails planning and teaching visual arts and/or performing arts classes during the regular school day. We would like the Arts teacher to offer visual arts or performing arts classes. There is a budget available for equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Design curriculum and teach middle school Arts classes
• Teach classes at multiple grade levels
• Prepare students to perform at community meetings throughout the year
• Uphold high academic and behavioral expectations for students, and provide lots of support for getting students there
• Participate actively in Match's coaching and professional development programming
• Assist with school programming as needed during non-instructional time
• Serve as a positive and collaborative member of the Match Charter Public School community

Qualifications

Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don't believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. Our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described or you have a less traditional background.

We are looking for applicants who:

• Have at least 1-3 years prior experience as a Visual or Performing Arts teacher
• Hold a valid and appropriate license issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, or meet licensure requirements within a year of date of hire
• Articulate a clear vision for a middle school Visual or Performing Arts curriculum
• Demonstrate skill in designing and delivering lessons
• Demonstrate skill in building effective relationships with students and colleagues
• Hold a deep belief that all students can and will succeed
• Possess a desire to continually improve their practice as an educator by taking and implementing feedback

Pay & Benefits

• Compensation ranges from $61,812-$98,899, based on prior years of teaching experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including 90% coverage of health insurance costs
• Student loan repayment assistance

Schedule

Hours are 7:00am-2:45pm (7:00am-4:30pm on Wednesdays for collaboration and professional development).

Location: Boston, MA (Jamaica Plain Campus) | Start date: August, 2026