Elementary Art Teacher

Great Hearts Academies; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Apache Junction, AZ, is seeking an Elementary Art Teacher to inspire students in the visual arts within the Great Hearts curriculum. The role involves planning engaging lessons, maintaining an orderly, joyful classroom, and supporting the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.

You will communicate with families, collaborate with colleagues, participate in school events, and adhere to school policies on dress code and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree required for lead teaching role.
• US work authorization required; OPT/CPT accepted.
• Criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students and monitor progress, collaborating with school leadership as needed.
• Uphold and model school culture, dress code, conduct and safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly with families and initiate conferences as needed to foster home‑school partnerships.
• Participate in academy life through collaboration, events, duties, and ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum delivery

Student assessment

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title: Elementary Art TeacherLocation: Great Hearts Blossom Rock Academy, 10100 South Miners Way TrailApache Junction, AZ 85120Reports To: HeadmasterFLSA Status: Salaried-ExemptWe are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee costMatching 401K programUniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universitiesFine Arts at Great Hearts:Fine Arts are not just electives but part of the core curriculum at Great Hearts: all students study music, drama, poetry and studio art.Studio Art coursework includes both “applied” focus on technique and imitation of masterworks, as well as substantive arts history, and appreciation.We boast a stellar faculty across the fine arts curriculum, most of whom are professional artists and performers.Roles and Responsibilities:Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.Required/Preferred Education:Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching roleCertification is not required for general educationAll majors are welcomeUS work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.