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0.8 LTS Visual Art Teacher, PreK-3 (5928)

Young World Physical Education, Westborough, MA, United States


Job Details
Job ID: 5672682

Application Deadline: May 01, 2026 6:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: May 4, 2026

Job Description
Hastings Elementary School, Westborough, MA seeks a 0.8 FTE LTS Visual Arts Teacher to join our Fine Arts Department for the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year. Assignment begins on 5/4/26 and ends on 6/22/26. Schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

The Westborough Public Schools seek professionals who are excited to join a high-performing district where academic excellence, equity and wellness are our core values.

We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families.

We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre-K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 54% Students of Color and 46% White students.

We support our staff through ongoing collaboration to ensure their safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth.

With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are committed to educating students to be informed and successful global citizens.

Job Title : LTS Visual Art Teacher, Grades PreK-3

Reports To : Director of Fine Arts and Principal

Department : Fine Arts

Work Year : 5/4/26-6/23/26

FLSA Status : Per Diem, $275 per day, non benefited

Job Goal :

The Hastings Elementary School LTS Visual Arts Teacher fosters creativity that encourages exploration, critical and reflective thinking, and a growth mindset that establishes a lifelong relationship with the arts. The Visual Art Teacher engages students in learning experiences that help them gain proficiency in the principles of art & design, understanding artistic intent, and social emotional learning. Instruction aligns with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district-level curriculum and standards.

Qualifications :

Education :

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from an accredited college/university in a related field

Professional Certification Required :

MA DESE license in VISUAL ART (PreK-12)

SEI Endorsement

Specialized Knowledge :
child development, art curriculum frameworks, effective pedagogy in the elements and principles of art and design, inclusive practices, cultural proficiency, anti-bias instruction, social-emotional learning, technology integration

CORI, SORI and Fingerprinting :
All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI, SORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00.

Preferred Experience :

Teaching in a diverse public school setting with English Language Learners

Teaching students with special needs, including students with emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challenges

Demonstrating skill teaching elements of art, as well as specialized techniques in 2D Art

Skills :

Create a welcoming, supportive, and equitable learning environment

Plan and implement differentiated lessons and ongoing formative assessment based on district objectives and student needs

Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional design and remain current in content knowledge and instructional pedagogy

Collaborate with team teachers, department colleagues, and specialists

Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, colleagues, and parents

Integrate technology to enhance learning experiences

Model a growth mindset for students and for self

Central Functions of the Job

(may include but not limited to):

Provides learning experiences in the visual arts guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards

Monitors students' understanding and adjusts instruction, materials or assessments as appropriate

Evaluates and refines instructional practice and assessment strategies to increase student learning

Maintains and improves professional competence through professional development

Other relative duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities :

The Hastings Elementary Visual Art Teacher does not have supervisory responsibilities

Salary and Benefits :

Salary, benefits, and responsibilities per contract between the Westborough School Committee and the Westborough Education Association.

Equal Opportunity :

The Westborough Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.

Date Updated : 4/24/26

Position Type : 6. Part-Time LTS Partial Year

Job Categories :

Classroom Teacher > Art

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Master degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Christopher Martin, Director of Fine & Performing Arts

Phone: 5088367716

Email: martinc@westboroughk12.org

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