Founding Elementary Visual Arts Teacher — Build a Studio

Success Academy Charter Schools; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Success Academy Charter Schools in Miami is seeking a Founding Elementary Visual Arts Teacher to build a rigorous program from the ground up, grounded in artistic excellence and cultural understanding. You will establish standards, sequence lessons, and lead exhibitions.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled studio practitioner and educator, with a portfolio of work, strong instructional practice, and a commitment to high expectations for elementary scholars.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, Art History, or related field preferred.
• Fluency in English required; bilingual Spanish and/or Haitian Creole preferred.
• Portfolio of artistic work and examples of student projects encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Establish a culture of artistic excellence and high craftsmanship.
• Deliver a rigorous, developmentally sequenced visual arts curriculum.
• Teach art through historical and cultural context.
• Develop visual literacy and critical thinking in scholars.
• Produce work worthy of exhibition and manage school-wide exhibitions.
• Build a strong artistic community with families and local partners.
• Collaborate and continuously improve curriculum with network peers.

Skills

Art education expertise

Portfolio development

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts or related field

Art Education background

Art History knowledge

Job description

Success Academy Charter Schools in Miami is seeking a Founding Elementary Visual Arts Teacher to build a rigorous program from the ground up, grounded in artistic excellence and cultural understanding. You will establish standards, sequence lessons, and lead exhibitions.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled studio practitioner and educator, with a portfolio of work, strong instructional practice, and a commitment to high expectations for elementary scholars.