Permanent Substitute Art Teacher (Jan. - Feb. 2027)

Town of Andover • Andover, MA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the principal and the fine arts program coordinator, the Art Teacher will teach scheduled high school classes, coordinate art with other curricula, and participate in all scheduled exhibits. The role includes teaching a variety of high school art classes, including three-dimensional classes such as ceramics and foundation studio. The teacher will collaborate with the Art Department to develop curriculum and share departmental responsibilities.

Andover Public Schools seeks candidates who value the identities of all students, maintain high expectations, and demonstrate teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility. The district is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff.

Requirements

• Massachusetts certification in the area of art.
• Demonstrated successful teaching in art.
• Thorough knowledge of the elements of art and successful techniques, with emphasis on three-dimensional products, including ceramics.
• Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or willingness to acquire these skills.
• Demonstrated successful techniques for integrating the art program into the curricula of other disciplines.
• Ability to communicate articulately and cooperatively with teachers, parents, and administrators.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to successfully mainstream students with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach scheduled high school art classes, including three-dimensional classes such as ceramics and foundation studio.
• Coordinate art with other curricula and integrate the art program into other disciplines’ curricula.
• Participate in scheduled exhibits.
• Work with the Art Department as a team to develop curriculum.
• Share the responsibilities of the Art Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed