Visual Art Teacher

Hamilton County Schools•Collegedale, TN

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County. Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at careers.hcde.org and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030. East Hamilton High School is a diverse 9–12 school located in Ooltewah, Tennessee, just outside Chattanooga. We are recognized for excellence across academics, athletics, and the arts, and we are committed to preparing students for success in college, careers, and beyond. Our academic opportunities include a full range of Honors and Advanced Placement courses, as well as programs in business, AV production, and fine arts, ensuring that every student can discover and develop their unique talents. East Hamilton offers educators a collaborative and supportive environment where the focus is always on what is best for students. Our faculty is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a belief in the power of teamwork. We value innovation, accountability, and professional growth, welcoming teachers at all stages of their careers who are eager to contribute to a thriving, student-centered school community. We seek teachers who are passionate about their subjects, dedicated to their students, and inspired by the opportunity to make a lasting impact. At East Hamilton, you will find more than a workplace—you will find a professional home where your skills, ideas, and commitment to students are valued and supported.

Requirements

Hold a valid state of Tennessee teaching certification in Visual Arts K-12 or be upcoming graduates in an accredited teacher preparation program.
If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
Hold a bachelor's degree.
Committed to high academic achievement, visual and artistic literacy, and high expectations for all students.
Able to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families.
Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students.
Professional with high personal standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

Deeply understand the Tennessee Academic Standards for Fine Arts Education and design compelling learning experiences for all students.
Establish clear learning targets and lesson plans for every lesson.
Build rigorous and aligned assessments, administer district assessments, and consistently implement instructional best practices.
When possible, make genuine curriculum connections with other academic subjects in instruction.
As provided under the TN Academic Standards for Fine Arts “Present” domain, each grade level or course will exhibit art work up to two times per year.
Follow Hamilton County Schools’ instructional framework, including: Ensuring Equity in Actions, Setting High Expectations, Building a Productive Classroom Culture, Responsive Teaching and Learning.
Build a safe and productive classroom culture that fosters student responsibility for classroom supplies and equipment.
Consistently develop strong relationships with students’ families while diligently informing parents of expectations, positive news, and/or concerns about their children.
Inform parents when student art displays are available for public viewing.
Actively participate in professional learning communities (PLCs) with colleagues in order to improve teaching and student learning.
Reflect on instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school and district-wide Fine Arts department.
Maintain an accurate supplies and equipment inventory.