Art Teacher-Middle School

Grand Island Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Island Public Schools seeks an Art Teacher for a middle school to foster artistic expression and creativity through the district curriculum. You will plan lessons, model techniques, and provide a safe learning environment while communicating progress to students and families.

You will teach drawing, painting, design, art history, and more, and will assess student growth, maintain records, and support a positive classroom culture aligned with district policies.

Qualifications

• Requires Nebraska State Certification as Art Teacher.
• Bachelor's degree in Education required.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Successful prior teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers art curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Creates lesson plans and materials to optimize art instruction time.
• Teaches drawing, painting, crafts, design, art history and three-dimensional art.
• assesses and documents student progress and adjusts methods for diverse learners.
• Demonstrates and models art techniques with appropriate instructional aids.
• Maintains organized records of student performance and attendance.

Job description

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Art
• Date Posted: 9/8/2026
• Location: Westridge Middle School
• Date Available: 10/05/2026

Art Teacher

Position Purpose

To develop students' interest, abilities, talents and skills for artistic expression and creativity in the visual arts, as well as aesthetic understanding and appreciation by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; developing lesson plans; modeling the necessary skills to performing assigned tasks; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school art curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for art instruction.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art to secondary pupils, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.
• Provides instruction by which pupils develop aesthetic concepts and appreciation and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art, art appreciation and what constitutes art.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time.
• Instructs pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art classes.
• Evaluates each pupil's performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings, and prepares progress reports.
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupils' work for the school and the community. May sponsor exhibits from outside.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Certification/License:

Nebraska State Certification as an Art Teacher or as required for position.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level and/or subject is a plus.

FLSA Status: Exempt