Middle School Visual Arts Teacher: Creative & Inclusive Studio

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County Schools Employment Network is seeking an Art Teacher for a Middle School. The position requires a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with the Visual Arts endorsement and a commitment to high-quality visual arts instruction.

The teacher will develop engaging lessons across drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital art, assess student progress, maintain records, and collaborate with colleagues to support student success in a diverse learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with the appropriate Visual Arts endorsement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of visual arts concepts, techniques, materials, and instructional practices.
• Successful completion of required Michigan teacher certification requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
• Commitment to creating an equitable, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging visual arts lessons aligned with Michigan Visual Arts Standards and school curriculum.
• Provide instruction in drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, design, mixed media, digital art, and other visual arts disciplines.
• Establish clear learning objectives and communicate expectations for student achievement.
• Teach students artistic techniques, design principles, and art vocabulary.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Maintain a safe, organized art classroom and manage materials.
• Assess student learning through projects, portfolios, and critiques.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to support student success.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative

Classroom management

Differentiate instruction

Equity & inclusion

Assessment & feedback

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Visual Arts endorsement

Job description

Wayne County Schools Employment Network is seeking an Art Teacher for a Middle School. The position requires a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with the Visual Arts endorsement and a commitment to high-quality visual arts instruction.

The teacher will develop engaging lessons across drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital art, assess student progress, maintain records, and collaborate with colleagues to support student success in a diverse learning environment.