Boston Public Schools is hiring: Teacher - Visual Art, K-8 (Long-term Substitute

Teacher - Visual Art, K-8 (Long-term Substitute) (SY24-25)

Join us to apply for the Teacher - Visual Art, K-8 (Long-term Substitute) (SY24-25) role at Boston Public Schools.

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Visual Art Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of educators. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers committed to serving where their efforts matter. BPS is dedicated to high expectations for achievement, equitable access to instruction, closing achievement gaps, and fostering a creative and respectful environment for teachers.

Responsibilities

Teach: Visual Art

Core Competencies

Using the Rubric of Effective Teaching, BPS emphasizes the following skills:

• Accountability for Student Achievement: Set ambitious goals, assess understanding regularly, and adjust instruction to meet goals.
• Communicating Content Knowledge: Demonstrate mastery and enthusiasm, connect content to real-world applications, and convey information engagingly.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction: Differentiate instruction, challenge and motivate students, and foster an inclusive classroom environment.
• Cultural Proficiency: Respect diverse backgrounds and create an inclusive environment.
• Parent/Family Engagement: Build respectful relationships with families to support student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration: Reflect on practice, seek feedback, and collaborate with colleagues.

Qualifications - Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License for Visual Art
• Meet all state and federal licensing requirements
• Ability to meet BPS Standards of Effective Teaching
• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Experience in urban schools
• Fluency in BPS official languages (Spanish, Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, Somali)
• Certification in subject area and possibly in Moderate Disabilities or ESL

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs