Founding Elementary Visual Arts Teacher, 2027 - 2028

Success Academy Charter Schools•Miami-Dade, FL

About The Position

Success Academy is seeking a results-driven Founding Elementary Visual Arts Teacher to establish and lead an exemplary visual arts program grounded in artistic excellence, technical skill, historical understanding, and creative expression. The role offers an opportunity to build a rigorous, thoughtfully sequenced program that develops scholars’ artistic abilities, deepens their understanding of art across cultures and historical periods, and cultivates enduring appreciation for visual art. The ideal candidate is a skilled studio practitioner and exceptional educator who believes elementary-aged scholars can produce high-quality work through strong instruction, meaningful artistic references, purposeful practice, and high expectations. The teacher will translate visual arts expertise into engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction and build a program that grows stronger through reflection and continuous improvement. The position’s stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. When after-school club is not in session, Visual Arts Teachers’ schedules align with academic teachers. Compensation is $55,000–$55,000 USD, may vary based on skills and experience, and is not bonus eligible. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered.

Requirements

Fluency in English is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of foundational artistic techniques and processes, supported by a strong background in studio art, visual arts education, or a related discipline.
A sustained commitment to the visual arts and understanding of artistic growth, demonstrated through a portfolio, studio practice, exhibitions, teaching experience, or other professional accomplishments.
Ability to teach art in historical and cultural context, connecting studio practice to artists, artworks, movements, traditions, and ideas.
Ability to combine high expectations with patience and purposeful instruction to help elementary-aged learners develop artistic skill and understanding.
Commitment to reflection, critique, studying effective practice, and continuous improvement.
Candidates should be prepared to share a portfolio of their own artistic work and, where available, examples of scholar work, curriculum, exhibitions, or instructional projects.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, Art History, or a related field is strongly preferred; a compelling combination of professional studio practice, exhibition experience, subject-matter expertise, and demonstrated instructional effectiveness will also be considered.
Bilingual fluency in Spanish and/or Haitian Creole is preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish a culture of artistic excellence, with high expectations for craftsmanship, technique, attention to detail, and thoughtful artistic decision-making.
Deliver a coherent, developmentally sequenced curriculum that builds foundational skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media through explicit instruction, demonstration, guided practice, and independent creation.
Teach visual arts in historical and cultural context, introducing scholars to significant artists, movements, visual traditions, and artworks across cultures and historical periods.
Develop scholars’ visual literacy and critical thinking by teaching close observation, analysis, discussion of artistic choices, interpretation, and thoughtful responses to artwork.
Set standards for artistic quality and guide scholars through drafting, revision, critique, refinement, and presentation.
Curate school-wide exhibitions and prepare scholars’ work for community showcases, competitions, and external exhibitions.
Engage families through exhibitions and family art experiences, and build connections with local artists, galleries, museums, and arts organizations where they enrich learning.
Participate in professional development, seek and apply feedback, collaborate with visual arts educators across the network, and continuously refine curriculum and instruction.