K-12 Art Teacher

Athens; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens Area Schools is seeking a passionate K-12 Art Teacher to join our team for the upcoming school year. This role will provide art instruction to students across multiple grade levels and may be shared between two buildings, offering opportunities to engage diverse learners with a high-quality art program.

The successful candidate will hold Michigan K-12 certification and possess strong classroom management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with K-12 endorsement.
• Ability to travel between two buildings within the district.
• Experience in art instruction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging art instruction to K-12 students aligned with state and district standards.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect diverse talents and interests of students.
• Assess and document student progress and provide feedback to students and parents.
• Collaborate with school staff to support student success and school-wide events.
• Travel between assigned school buildings as part of the weekly schedule.

Skills

K-12 teaching

Art education

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Michigan Teaching Certification (K-12)

Art Education Certification

Job description

POSITION: K-12 Art Teacher

LOCATION: Athens Area Schools

REPORTS TO: Building Principals

SALARY: Per Athens Education Association Master Agreement

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 2026

Athens Area Schools is seeking a passionate and dynamic K-12 Art Teacher to join our team for the upcoming school year. This position could be shared between two buildings, offering a rewarding opportunity to inspire and engage students across multiple grade levels with a high-quality music education program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification with K-12 endorsement.
• Ability to travel between two school buildings within the district.

Preferred Qualifications

• Michigan Art Education Certification (LQ, LZ or OX endorsement).
• Prior experience teaching art in a school setting.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging art instruction to K-12 students aligned with state and district standards.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect the diverse talents and interests of students.
• Assess and document student progress and provide feedback to students and parents.
• Collaborate with school staff to support student success and school-wide events.
• Travel between assigned school buildings as part of the weekly schedule

Deadline: Until Filled