K-8 Art Educator: Creative Growth & Community Impact

Bridgeport; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 51,079 - 107,539; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an Art Teacher for the Geraldine Johnson School in Bridgeport, CT for the 2026-2027 school year. This role focuses on fostering students' artistic and intellectual growth through innovative lesson plans. A required certification in Art for Grades PK-12 is essential, and candidates are preferred to have a master's degree and three years of urban teaching experience.

The salary for the position ranges from $51,079 to $107,539 based on experience, in accordance with the Bridgeport Education Association agreement. A commitment to ongoing professional development is also expected.

Qualifications

• Three years’ successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred.
• Experience in the use of educational technology.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides an atmosphere for students to fulfill their artistic and intellectual growth.
• Designs lessons for problem-solving and creativity.
• Develops quality assessments to evaluate student progress.

Skills

Educational technology

Oral and written communication

Human relations skills

Education

Master’s degree preferred

Required certification: Art, Grades PK-12 (042)

Job description

Sylvania is seeking an Art Teacher for the Geraldine Johnson School in Bridgeport, CT for the 2026-2027 school year. This role focuses on fostering students' artistic and intellectual growth through innovative lesson plans. A required certification in Art for Grades PK-12 is essential, and candidates are preferred to have a master's degree and three years of urban teaching experience.

The salary for the position ranges from $51,079 to $107,539 based on experience, in accordance with the Bridgeport Education Association agreement. A commitment to ongoing professional development is also expected.