2025-26 Middle School Visual Arts Teacher

Senior Interior Designer; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational network in the Bronx is seeking a passionate Middle School Visual Arts Teacher. This role focuses on creating a nurturing environment where students can thrive artistically and academically. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to fostering student growth through innovative teaching methods and a love for the arts. With a focus on holistic development, this position offers the opportunity to inspire young minds and contribute to a vibrant school community. Join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and character development while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Professional Development

Flexible Health Coverage

Competitive Compensation

Retirement Plans

Work-Life Balance

Community and Culture Events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution, preferably in arts.
• Possession of current teaching certification as a middle school teacher.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a safe and engaging learning environment for students.
• Plan and execute quarterly showcases of student artistic achievements.

Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Teaching Certification

Special Education Credential

Job description

2025-26 Middle School Visual Arts Teacher

Bronx, NY

About Us

Brilla Schools, a growing K-8 network in the Bronx, serves over 2,000 students with plans to expand to educate 3,000 across four elementary and four middle schools. Managed by Seton Education Partners, Brilla Schools are dedicated to forming students of strong wisdom and virtue. Our classically inspired approach to education combines a content-rich curriculum, inquiry-driven learning, and a focus on virtues, while providing individualized support to meet each child’s unique needs. A national leader in character education and supporting students with varying needs, over the past two years, Brilla alumni have secured spots in the most prestigious high schools in the tri-state area, earning over $3 million in scholarships and financial aid. Our staff are mission-aligned change-makers who believe in fostering a joyful, rigorous learning environment, and Brilla offers some of the most competitive salaries in the market to honor their dedication.

Position Overview

The primary responsibility of a middle school fine and applied arts teacher is to cultivate and lead a learning environment where every child feels safe and confident to strive for and meet Brilla’s ambitious targets. The Brilla art teacher combines a deep mastery of and love for the arts with the ability to actively engage all students in grades fifth through eighth with classical content. This position requires a positive, flexible, solutions-oriented, organized, and innovative educator who aims to bring a world-class art program to students in our neighborhoods in the Bronx.

Core Competencies & Responsibilities

• Holistic Development of Scholars: Foster an inviting, growth-oriented classroom environment for academic and character formation, supporting holistic student growth.
• Curriculum and Instruction: Plan lessons that are classically inspired, inquiry-based, rigorous, and aligned with the scope and sequence and relevant standards.
• Quarterly Showcase: Plan and execute quarterly school-wide showcase that exhibits the artistic achievements of all students 5-8.
• Promotion of Critical Thinking: Cultivate higher-order thinking skills in students, enhancing their abilities to analyze, create, synthesize, and evaluate.
• Data-Driven Instruction: Utilize relevant student data to strengthen student achievement and growth through targeted interventions and personalized instruction.
• Relationship Building for Success: Develop strong student and family connections, fostering a passion for learning and exceptional success.
• Collaborative Engagement & Continuous Improvement: Foster productive relationships with colleagues, parents, and the community while engaging in ongoing collaborative professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• An unwavering, confident, and enthusiastic commitment to the educational mission of the Brilla Schools Network.
• A relentless dedication to providing all students with an academically robust, inspiring, and joyful learning experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution, preferably within the content area.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Possession of current teaching certification as a middle school and/or content teacher (strongly preferred).
• Relevant urban, elementary teaching experience with demonstrated student results (preferred).
• Special Education credential and experience (strongly preferred).

Benefits

At Brilla Schools, we celebrate the unique skills, experiences, and passions that each staff member brings to our mission. To support their work, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package to provide competitive and adaptable coverage. We are committed to offering a benefits portfolio that supports the holistic health and wellness of our team members including:

• Comprehensive Professional Development: More than 225 hours annually, featuring two weeks of onboarding, coaching, and targeted training sessions.
• Community and Culture: An intentionally joyful workplace with over 30 bonding events each year.
• Flexible Health Coverage: A full suite of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support diverse needs.
• Competitive Compensation: A salary range of $70,000- $105,000, with pay varying within this range based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Retirement Plans: A 403(b) plan and 401(k) retirement options with matching contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, a DOE-aligned school calendar, and wellness resources.

Please note: The above is based on the 2024-2025 plan year.

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