HS Art Teacher

Orhs; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge High School in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a dedicated visual arts educator to deliver rigorous instruction that develops students’ technical skills, creative thinking, visual literacy, and artistic expression.

The teacher will lead Art Foundations and upper-level studio courses (Dual Enrollment and/or AP) and help build a challenging, college-preparatory program with strong portfolios and opportunities for exhibitions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with Tennessee teaching license and visual arts endorsement (427).
• MFA in a studio discipline with 3+ years teaching experience preferred.
• Active studio practice and a strong professional portfolio.
• Experience teaching advanced studio art, AP Art and Design, or similar coursework.
• Experience with college portfolio preparation and student exhibitions.

Responsibilities

• Teach Art Foundations and upper-level studio courses (Dual Enrollment and/or AP).
• Develop standards-aligned curricula emphasizing technique, problem-solving, and conceptual development.
• Integrate art history, criticism, and visual analysis into studio instruction.
• Prepare students for college art programs, portfolio reviews, and scholarships.
• Organize student exhibitions and foster a supportive studio environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree with Tennessee teaching license (427)

MFA in a studio discipline

Job description

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

Position Overview

Oak Ridge High School seeks a dedicated visual arts educator to provide engaging, rigorous instruction that develops students’ technical skills, creative thinking, visual literacy, and artistic expression.

The successful candidate will teach Art Foundations and at least one upper-level studio art course in a specialized discipline aligned with their expertise and departmental needs. This educator will help develop a challenging, college-preparatory art program that encourages experimentation, independent thinking, critical analysis, and the development of strong student portfolios.

Job Expectations:

• Teach courses ranging from Art Foundations to upper-level studio art courses (Dual Enrollment and/or AP).
• Develop and implement standards-aligned curriculum emphasizing technical proficiency, creative problem-solving, craftsmanship, and conceptual development.
• Integrate contemporary art, art history, criticism, and visual analysis into studio instruction.
• Prepare students for advanced coursework, college art programs, portfolio reviews, and scholarship opportunities.
• Guide students through critiques, reflective practice, and the development of cohesive bodies of work.
• Organize student exhibitions and provide opportunities for students to share their work with the school and community.
• Maintain a supportive, well-managed studio environment that encourages artistic growth, experimentation, and high standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues, mentor students, and fulfill the professional responsibilities of a high school educator.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the learner
• Be able to develop an appropriate learning environment with effective classroom management
• Be able to communicate effectively
• Be able to use effective instructional methods
• Demonstrate ability to organize and plan the instructional program
• Demonstrate skills in evaluating the instructional program and student progress
• Possess effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate willingness to grow professionally

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree andvalid Tennessee teaching license with an appropriate visual arts endorsement(427).
• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in a studio discipline with three or more years of teaching experience, preferably at the secondary level is preferred.
• Active studio practice and a strong professional portfolio.
• Experience teaching advanced studio art, AP Art and Design, or comparable coursework.
• Experience with college portfolio preparation, student exhibitions, and contemporary art practices.

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HS Art Teacher

Oak Ridge School District ORHS - Oak Ridge, Tennessee Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $278.31 to $492.59 Per Day

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Art

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required