K-8 Art teacher

About Us

Founded in 1998, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is a public K–12 charter school located in Malden, Massachusetts. Serving over 1,700 students across four campuses, MVRCS draws students from surrounding communities and is committed to providing a rigorous, content-rich education grounded in traditional pedagogy. MVRCS consistently ranks among the top public schools in Massachusetts and throughout the nation. Our graduates attain high levels of success at the post-secondary level—a testament to the strong academic foundation built at Mystic Valley.

Position Overview

The Art Teacher will foster creativity while teaching students foundational and advanced artistic techniques, helping them understand art’s role across time and cultures. Instruction will be tailored to meet the developmental needs of students in various grade levels and will emphasize both technical skill and artistic expression.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a visual arts program aligned with the Core Knowledge curriculum

• Design and deliver engaging, standards-based art lessons that connect with grade-level content across the curriculum

• Provide students with meaningful opportunities to explore, create, critique, and present visual art

• Regularly assess student progress and maintain accurate records for progress reports and report cards

• Collaborate weekly with colleagues across departments to align instruction, share best practices, and analyze student data

• Maintain a safe, structured, and inspiring classroom environment by consistently applying the school’s assertive discipline model

• Participate in all staff meetings, team planning sessions, and professional development opportunities

• Support school-wide events, exhibitions, and interdisciplinary projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art, Art Education, or a related field (required)

• Strong understanding of visual arts history, theory, and practice

• Ability to deliver instruction that supports both artistic technique and creative expression

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs

• Strong classroom management and organizational abilities

• Collaborative mindset and experience working in team-based environments

• Familiarity with relevant state and federal education regulations and school policies

• Experience writing student reports and interpreting learning data

• Problem-solving skills and a proactive, student-centered approach

• Ability to plan and implement instruction that aligns with school objectives and student abilities

• Experience or interest in supporting interdisciplinary instruction (preferred)