Art Teacher

Lebanon High; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Lebanon High in Lebanon, Tennessee seeks an Art Teacher to deliver high-quality, standards-aligned instruction for grades 9–12. The role emphasizes student growth, college and career readiness, and a safe, engaging learning environment.

The teacher will use diverse instructional strategies, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support diverse learners and achieve district goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Valid Tennessee educator license with endorsement for high school Art.
• Knowledge of Tennessee Academic Standards and high school curriculum.
• Ability to collaborate with students, families, and staff.
• Strong written, verbal, and technology skills; professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Plans and delivers instruction aligned with standards for grades 9–12.
• Develops standards-aligned units and learning experiences.
• Uses diverse instructional strategies and technology to engage students.
• Differentiates instruction and provides accommodations for diverse learners.
• Monitors progress with assessments and communicates with families.
• Maintains attendance, grades, and instructional records.
• Maintains a safe, inclusive classroom environment and follows district policies.
• Collaborates with counselors and staff to support student success.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Presentation

Technology

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tennessee educator license

Endorsements for high school Art

Job description

Art Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5961677

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Secondary Teacher (7-12)

JOB GOAL

To provide high-quality, standards-aligned instruction to students in grades 9 through 12 in the assigned subject area(s); promote academic growth, college and career readiness, responsible citizenship, and student well-being; and maintain a safe, respectful, and engaging high school learning environment consistent with Tennessee law, State Board of Education rules and policies, Tennessee Department of Education requirements, Board policy, and district curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution;
• Holds a valid Tennessee educator license with the endorsement(s) appropriate for the assigned grade level and subject area, or otherwise meets Tennessee requirements for authorized service in the assignment;
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Tennessee Academic Standards, high school curriculum, effective instructional practices, assessment, classroom management, and the developmental needs of students in grades 9–12;
• Has strong written, verbal, presentation, technology, organizational, and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and support personnel; and
• Meets the physical and other requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

REPORTS TO Building Principal and/or Designated Supervisor

FLSA STATUS Exempt

SCHEDULE 200 Days

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with applicable Tennessee law, State Board of Education rules and policies governing educator evaluation, Board policy, and district procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans and delivers instruction for students in grades 9–12 that is aligned with the Tennessee Academic Standards, district curriculum, adopted instructional materials, and the requirements of the assigned high school course(s);
• Develops standards-aligned units, lessons, assignments, and learning experiences that are rigorous, relevant, age-appropriate, and responsive to the academic and developmental needs of high school students;
• Uses a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies, technology, resources, and learning structures to actively engage students and support mastery of course standards;
• Differentiates instruction and provides required accommodations, modifications, interventions, enrichment, and other supports for students with diverse learning needs, including students served through individualized education programs, Section 504 plans, English learner services, or other required plans, as applicable;
• Uses formative and summative assessments, student work, and other relevant data to monitor learning, provide timely feedback, adjust instruction, and document student progress;
• Administers district and state assessments in accordance with applicable testing requirements, security procedures, ethical standards, accommodations, and established schedules;
• Maintains accurate and timely attendance, grades, assessment results, instructional records, and other required documentation in accordance with Board policy, district procedures, and applicable law;
• Communicates student progress, academic concerns, classroom expectations, and available supports to students and parents/guardians in a timely and professional manner;
• Establishes and maintains a safe, orderly, inclusive, and academically focused classroom environment with clear expectations, consistent procedures, and appropriate behavior supports;
• Provides appropriate academic support, intervention, reteaching, remediation, enrichment, and opportunities for students to demonstrate learning and make progress toward course expectations;
• Maintains knowledge of course credit, graduation requirements, graduation pathways, assessment requirements, and college and career readiness expectations applicable to grades 9–12 and supports students in meeting applicable course and graduation expectations;
• Collaborates with teachers, school counselors, special education staff, English learner staff, interventionists, administrators, and other support personnel to address student needs and improve student outcomes;
• Participates in professional learning communities, faculty meetings, professional development, conferences, training, and other collaborative activities designed to strengthen instruction and student achievement;
• Supervises students in classrooms, hallways, common areas, assemblies, programs, extracurricular settings, and other assigned locations and activities;
• Makes reasonable efforts to protect students from conditions harmful to learning, health, safety, or emotional well-being and follows school and district safety, emergency, and crisis procedures;
• Complies with mandatory reporting requirements and promptly reports suspected child abuse, neglect, or other circumstances requiring a report under applicable law and district procedures;
• Protects the confidentiality of student information and records and handles educational records, communications, and data in accordance with applicable federal and state law and Board policy;
• Maintains professional conduct and ethical practices consistent with the Tennessee Teacher Code of Ethics, applicable law, Board policy, and district expectations;
• Represents the school and Wilson County Schools in a professional and positive manner and maintains appropriate professional relationships and boundaries with students, families, colleagues, and the community;
• Meets assigned classes and supervisory responsibilities at the locations and times designated and fulfills duties associated with the assigned teaching schedule;
• Regular, dependable, in-person attendance is an essential function of this position. The employee must be physically present at the assigned school location during scheduled work hours to perform instructional duties, supervise students, collaborate with staff, and carry out job responsibilities.;
• Complies with Board policies, district procedures, school rules, administrative directives, and applicable federal and state requirements and performs other work-related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires regular movement throughout classrooms and school facilities and may require prolonged standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, handling instructional materials and equipment, speaking, hearing, seeing, and operating standard classroom and office technology. The employee may be required to lift and/or carry classroom materials, equipment, or other objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds and occasionally assist with heavier objects or situations, with or without reasonable accommodation.

TEMPERAMENT (Personal Traits):

• Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure;
• Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, supervision, planning, and evaluation of instructional activities;
• Adaptability to working effectively with adolescents, families, colleagues, administrators, and support personnel;
• Adaptability to responding professionally to challenging, confidential, or time-sensitive student and school matters; and
• Adaptability to making sound decisions based upon student needs, data, instructional standards, law, policy, and professional judgment.

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

• Intelligence: The ability to understand instructions, curriculum standards, policies, and underlying principles; analyze information; reason; and make sound professional judgments.
• Verbal: The ability to understand the meanings of words and ideas and to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written form with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
• Numerical: The ability to perform arithmetic operations, interpret numerical information, calculate grades, and accurately use quantitative student data when required by the assignment.
• Data Perception: The ability to understand, organize, analyze, and interpret information presented in student records, assessment results, spreadsheets, graphs, charts, tables, reports, and instructional data systems.
• Organizational: The ability to manage instructional planning, multiple class periods or courses, assignments, assessments, records, deadlines, communications, meetings, and supervisory responsibilities efficiently.
• Technology: The ability to use district-approved instructional technology, learning management systems, student information systems, communication platforms, and digital resources necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Interpersonal: The ability to establish effective working relationships, communicate respectfully, collaborate with others, and respond appropriately to the needs of students, families, colleagues, and school personnel.
• Confidentiality and Judgment: The ability to safeguard student and personnel information and make decisions consistent with law, Board policy, district procedures, ethical standards, and sound professional judgment.

WORK CONDITIONS

School and classroom environment with frequent interaction with students in grades 9–12, employees, families, and visitors. The position may involve frequent interruptions, varying noise levels, movement throughout the school, supervision of students in multiple settings, management of competing deadlines, and occasional work outside the regular school day for conferences, meetings, professional learning, school events, or other assigned responsibilities.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Wilson County Board of Education does not discriminate because of age, race, color, gender, national origin, disability, religion, genetics, creed, or veteran status in the provision of services, in programs or activities, or in employment opportunities or benefits. The Wilson County School System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and member of TN Drug-Free Workplace. Employees or applicants who need reasonable accommodations should contact Human Resources for assistance.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,016 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Art

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , Wilson County Schools
• 415 Harding Dr.
• Lebanon, Tennessee 37087
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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