Art Teacher

About Us

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS) is consistently ranked among the top public schools in Massachusetts, New England, and across the nation. Our students achieve exceptional success at the post-secondary level, reflecting the strong academic preparation and character development they receive during their time at Mystic Valley.

Located just outside of Boston, often referred to as the “Hub of the Universe”, MVRCS benefits from proximity to a rich network of world-renowned colleges, universities, and cultural institutions that enhance the educational experience for both students and staff.

Position Overview: Art Teacher

The Art Teacher provides students with a comprehensive introduction to art across historical periods while fostering creativity, artistic expression, and skill development. Instruction is aligned with the Core Knowledge Sequence and is designed to reinforce and connect with content taught across other subject areas.

This role requires an educator who is organized, adaptable, and passionate about making art accessible and engaging for all students.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging art instruction aligned with the Core Knowledge curriculum

Teach foundational artistic concepts, techniques, and historical context across grade levels

Foster creativity and support students in expressing their understanding through artistic work

Collaborate with colleagues to ensure interdisciplinary connections across the curriculum

Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress and classroom expectations

Maintain an organized system for managing and transporting materials across classrooms, as MVRCS does not have a dedicated art room

Ensure classrooms are left orderly and transitions between classes are smooth and well-managed

Provide supervision and guidance during transitions to support a structured school environment

Serve as a confident and positive classroom leader, maintaining clear expectations and strong classroom management

Additional Responsibilities

Provide extra help and academic support to students as needed

Assist with exam proctoring and other school-wide responsibilities

Support school operations, including lunch, recess, or class coverage when required

Participate in and support co-curricular and school-wide activities

Expectations for Specialty Teachers

Arrive to class on time and ensure timely, organized transitions between classes

Maintain responsibility for classroom management during instruction, in collaboration with Instructional Assistants

Communicate any disciplinary actions or concerns with homeroom teachers

Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues, sharing classroom spaces and resources

Keep all materials organized and use shared classroom resources responsibly

Maintain behavior tracking systems (e.g., TAT/behavior charts) and promote positive reinforcement, following a 4:1 ratio of positive to corrective feedback

Recognize that specialty classes may involve collaborative, discussion-based, or activity-driven learning (e.g., group work, art discussions), and communicate expectations clearly to students and staff

Qualifications & Skills

Strong communication skills, with the ability to present concepts clearly and effectively

Ability to engage and inspire students while maintaining a structured, well-managed classroom

Organizational skills to manage materials and instruction across multiple locations

Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team environment

Commitment to maintaining high expectations for both academic and behavioral standards