Hamilton County Department of Education is hiring: Visual Art Teacher in Chattan

Visual Art Teacher – Hamilton County Department of Education

Overview

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, are committed to ensuring that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. With nearly 75 schools, we seek outstanding teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in students’ lives. Hardy Elementary, a PreK‑5 school in Chattanooga, is passionate, bold, and intelligent. We are looking for teachers who build strong relationships, are energetic, and hold high expectations for students. Our teachers enjoy powerful support from experienced educators.

Responsibilities

• Teaching & Learning – Deeply understand the Tennessee Academic Standards for Fine Arts Education and design compelling learning experiences for all students. Establish clear learning targets, lesson plans, rigorous aligned assessments, administer district assessments, and consistently implement instructional best practices. Make genuine curriculum connections with other academic subjects when possible. As required by the TN Academic Standards for Fine Arts “Present” domain, expect art work up to two times per year for each grade level or course.
• Follow Hamilton County Schools’ Instructional Framework:
  • Ensuring Equity in Actions
  • Setting High Expectations
  • Building a Productive Classroom Culture
  • Responsive Teaching and Learning
• The Music teacher may engage students in additional after‑school activities, including but not limited to guitar, chorus, or staging a musical.
• Classroom Culture – Build a safe and productive classroom culture that fosters student responsibility for classroom supplies and equipment. Positive relationships, clear procedures, and a safe, secure environment promote a growth mindset. Students take ownership of art processes, including clean‑up.
• Family & Community – Consistently develop strong relationships with students’ families, inform parents of expectations, positive news, and concerns, and notify parents when student art displays are available for public viewing.
• Professional Responsibilities – Actively participate in professional learning communities (PLCs) to improve teaching and student learning. Reflect on instruction and leadership, contribute ideas and expertise, and maintain an accurate supplies and equipment inventory.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Education/Experience

• Teaching candidates must hold a valid Tennessee teaching certification in Visual Arts K‑12 or be an upcoming graduate in an accredited teacher preparation program. If you hold a teaching license in another state, you must apply for a Tennessee teaching license.
• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills/Qualifications

• 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 to advance learning and growth for students.
• Professional with high personal standards and integrity.

Compensation

Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.

Salary Scale – This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation. The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard‑to‑staff positions. Please see https://www.hcde.org/staff/human_resources/differentiated_compensation for more details.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Education Administration Programs