Art Teacher - PMS - 26-27 Vacancy

Poughkeepsie City School District; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Poughkeepsie City School District seeks an Art Teacher for Poughkeepsie Middle School. NYS certification in the content area and a four-year regionally accredited college degree are required.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering engaging lessons, using relevant technology, evaluating student progress, maintaining records, and collaborating with colleagues and families. Appointment follows PPSTA contract with the Board of Education procedures.

Qualifications

• New York State Certification required in content area.
• Graduate of a four-year regionally accredited college or higher education approved by NYSED.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Develop student centered lesson plans and communicate clear objectives.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and progress.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and district reports.
• Foster effective communication with parents and guardians.
• Manage student behavior and enforce classroom rules and procedures.

Education

NYS Certification in content area

Four-year college degree

Job description

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Art Teacher


• Date Posted: 9/22/2026


• Location: Poughkeepsie Middle School

BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES 18 SOUTH PERRY STREET POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK 12601

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #: 25-26-148 ART TEACHER JUNE 2026 26-27 VACANCY POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Notice of Position

UPDATED

Position:

The Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Gregory Mott, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

ART TEACHER 26-27 VACANCY POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Qualifications:

New York State Certification required in content area. Graduate of a four-year regionally accredited college or a higher institution approved by the New York State Education Department.

Duties:

The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City School District is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD. Daily duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following items:

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences;


• Develop student centered lesson plans;


• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;


• Prepare the classroom for class activities;


• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;


• Identify and utilize different instructional resources and methods to support the learning needs of students at varying levels of progress;


• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment;


• Provide for the care and protection of school property;


• Use relevant technology to support instruction;


• Observe and evaluate student performance and development;


• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments as appropriate;


• Provide feedback on student work;


• Monitor and encourage individual student progress;


• Provide guidance to students which will promote educational development;


• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development;


• Update records accurately and completely as required by laws and district policies;


• Prepare required reports on students and activities;


• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures and enforcing classroom, school, and district rules and procedures;


• Participate in department, school, and district meetings and professional development activities as appropriate;


• Stay current with the most recent developments in appropriate subject areas as initiated by the school or district;


• Cooperate with and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the total school program;


• Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians;


• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Appointment:

Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.

Salary:

In accordance with the PPSTA contract

The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure, which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.