Elementary School Visual Art Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - MAC/PGM

District; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid holidays

Job summary

Franklin Township School District is seeking an Elementary Visual Art Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year, with anticipated start January 1, 2027. The role requires NJ Certification as Teacher of Art and a commitment to a positive learning environment.

The teacher will work at Pine Grove Manor and MacAfee Road School, teach drawing, 2-D art, and ceramics, and coordinate the district spring art show, collaborating with the Fine/Visual/Performing Arts team.

Qualifications

• NJ certification required: Teacher of Art
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization

Responsibilities

• Teach Elementary Visual Art (Drawing, 2-D Art, Ceramics)
• Coordinate Pine Grove Manor and MacAfee Road School art initiatives
• Organize and assist with the MAC/PGM Spring Art Show
• Collaborate with the Fine, Visual, and Performing Arts Department

Skills

Positive learning environment

Interpersonal communication

NJ FIRST Act compliance

Criminal history clearance

Citizenship/employment authorization

Education

New Jersey Certification: Teacher of Art

Job description

Elementary School Visual Art Teacher (26 - 27 School Year) - MAC/PGM

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Job Details

Job ID: 5948997
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Elementary Visual Art Teacher

2026 - 2027 School Year

Anticipated Start: January 1, 2027

MacAfee Road, and Pine Grove Manor, Elementary School

DESCRIPTION

Elementary Visual Art Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY:

Seeking an Elementary School Art teacher to teach appropriate Art courses at Pine Grove Manor and MacAfee Road School. This candidate should be proficient in Drawing, 2-D Art, and Ceramics. The selected candidate will be responsible for the MAC and PGM Spring Art Show. Highly qualified candidates will be able to work collaboratively with the Fine, Visual, and Performing Arts Department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate New Jersey Certification required: Teacher of Art
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 - Month Contract. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position in the 25/26 SY is Step 1 BA/BS ($63,277) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($97,380). Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law

and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Cesar Rainho , Supervisor of Fine, Visual, Performing, and Practical Arts
• Central Office
• Email: [e-mail]