Art Teacher
Position Title: Art TeacherEmployment Type: Full-TimeOverview:The Art Teacher at Launch is a passionate and creative educator who brings visual arts to life for students across grade levels. This role is grounded in Launch’s commitment to student expression, high-quality craftsmanship, and integrated learning. The Art Teacher designs and delivers engaging, standards-aligned instruction that connects artistic practice to students’ identities, communities, and academic growth.Key Responsibilities:Instruction & Curriculum Design Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned visual arts lessons across grade levels. Integrate art history, criticism, and studio practice into a cohesive curriculum that reflects diverse artists and cultures. Connect art instruction to cross-disciplinary themes and EL Education practicesStudent Culture & Studio Environment Create a safe, inclusive, and joyful studio environment where all students feel seen and are encouraged to take creative risks. Establish and maintain clear expectations for participation, care of materials, and respectful critiqueAssessment & Student Growth Use ongoing formative and summative assessments to track student growth, provide meaningful feedback, and adjust instruction. Maintain student portfolios that demonstrate artistic development over timeCommunity & Exhibition Organize and curate student art exhibitions and celebrations that showcase student work to families and the broader school community. Partner with colleagues on schoolwide events and interdisciplinary projectsProfessional Collaboration Participate actively in grade-level and schoolwide planning meetings, professional development, and crew. Collaborate with content-area teachers to integrate art into cross-curricular projects and learning expeditionsQualifications:State teaching certification in Visual Arts preferred but not requiredExperience teaching visual arts in a K–12 setting preferredDeep knowledge of studio art techniques across multiple media (drawing, painting, sculpture, digital arts)Strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to culturally responsive teachingCommitment to Launch’s mission, values, and equity-centered approach to educationPowered by JazzHR2SEfDMCmYP