9th-12th Certified High School Visual Arts Teacher

STEM Preparatory Academy•Nashville, TN

13h•$56,291

About The Position

At STEM Preparatory Academy , we believe art and innovation go hand-in-hand. We’re searching for a dynamic and imaginative Art Teacher who is passionate about helping students express their creativity while connecting it to a broader world of science, technology, engineering, and math. As part of our high school faculty, you’ll design and deliver engaging, college-preparatory instruction that empowers students to think critically, experiment boldly, and see themselves as artists, innovators, and leaders. At STEM Prep, we are more than a school — we are a community committed to excellence, equity, and empowerment. As a public charter school serving middle and high school students from diverse backgrounds, our mission is to create an inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to learn, lead, and thrive. We invest deeply in our educators because we know great teachers change lives. When you join our team, you join a mission-driven community that values growth, collaboration, and innovation. At STEM Prep, you’ll join an academically excellent and supportive community dedicated to your growth as an educator. Through personalized coaching and high-quality professional development, we invest in you so you can make the greatest impact for students. STEM Preparatory Academy is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where students and staff thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Join us in shaping the next generation of leaders — one student, one classroom, one future at a time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Ability to secure a teaching permit if not licensed
Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Must pass MNPS background check
Belief that all students can succeed, with a track record of driving growth
Strong relationship builder with students, families, and staff
Commitment to continuous feedback and professional growth
Passion for serving a diverse community
Willingness to adopt school-wide technology platforms
Alignment with and modeling of STEM Prep’s core values
Ability to motivate students toward high academic performance

Nice To Haves

Active Tennessee teaching license with relevant endorsement

Responsibilities

Design engaging lessons that inspire creativity and align with the Tennessee State Standards and STEM Prep’s college-prep vision.
Bring art to life through hands-on, inquiry-based projects that blend technique, self-expression, and interdisciplinary learning.
Collaborate with teachers across disciplines to create cross-curricular experiences—think art meets science, or design meets technology.
Foster a classroom culture that celebrates originality, critical thinking, and student voice.
Build relationships with families and the community to promote student growth and engagement.
Reflect, innovate, and evolve —continually assessing and adapting your teaching to ensure all students thrive
Teach 3 of 4 classes on an alternating A/B 90-minute block schedule, serving students every other day within your assigned content area.
Facilitate one 30-minute Personalized Learning Time (PLT) block focused on intervention, enrichment, credit recovery, or targeted skill development.
Engage in unit internalization and curriculum planning using school-adopted materials; submit weekly lesson plan arcs with rigorous objectives, aligned assessments, and teacher exemplars.
Collaborate during your daily planning block, including: Co-planning with department members Weekly coaching meetings Biweekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings to analyze academic data
Track and analyze academic and behavioral data using school-wide systems and maintain timely grade submissions.
Implement supports and accommodations for English Language Learners (ELL) and students with diverse learning needs.
Utilize instructional technology platforms (e.g., Google Suite, Infinite Campus, Kickboard) to support instruction and communication.
Maintain an 8:00 am – 4:00 pm workday, including assigned arrival and dismissal duties.
Participate in Staff Huddles (Monday and Friday mornings).
Serve weekly rotating duties (lunch, hallway, or transitions).
Attend weekly department or grade-level meetings held before school.
Engage in ongoing professional development, including: 3 weeks of summer faculty training Biweekly after-school professional learning sessions (1st and 3rd Tuesdays)
Contribute to school-wide events such as family engagement nights, academic showcases, and recognition programs.
Serve as an advisor to a small cohort of students, supporting academic monitoring, goal-setting, and social-emotional development.
Deliver advisory, SEL-based, or Morning Mindfulness lessons aligned to state standards.
Supervise and participate in school-wide activities including Walk & Talk sessions, Club Days, field trips, assemblies, and special events.
Uphold and model the school’s values, culture systems, and student management policies.
Maintain Tier 1 classroom management and follow the progressive discipline matrix when necessary.
Track and input behavior data into Kickboard to ensure strong communication with families and school leaders.
Participate in Grade-Level Community Meetings recognizing scholars who exemplify integrity, imagination, drive, collaboration, and inquiry.
Implement ELL accommodations across all content areas.