Secondary Art Teacher (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local educational institution in Pine Bluff, Arkansas is seeking a passionate Secondary Art Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is full-time, involving the development of creative expression among students and implementing effective classroom strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Art, valid Arkansas certification, and a proven track record of successful teaching. Join a motivated team dedicated to fostering student achievement and community engagement!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with major or minor in Art.
• Valid Arkansas teaching certification with required endorsements.
• Minimum of one (1) - three (3) years teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop students' creative expression in visual arts.
• Implement collaborative classroom programs.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Leverage technology in art education.

Skills

Artistic expression

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with major or minor in Art

Valid Arkansas teaching certification

Job description

Secondary Art Teacher (2026-2027)

Pine Bluff School District / Pine Bluff Jr High School - Pine Bluff, Arkansas

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Job Details

• Job ID: 4905009
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Apr 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

The Secondary Art Teacher will be responsible for developing in each pupil an interest and the ability for creative expression in visual terms, using skills and techniques of artistic expression consistent with State framework; to develop aesthetic understandings and appreciations; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of art.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with major or minor in Spanish
• Valid Arkansas teaching certification with required endorsements
• Minimum of one (1) - three (3) years teaching experience preferred
• Successful experience as a classroom teacher and record in raising student achievement
• Successful secondary phase teaching experience resulting in good and outstanding learning
• Possesses the ability to implement relationships with district staff/parents and communicate effectively with these individuals
• Sound knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Expertise in building active, collaborative classroom programs which encourage problem solving, critical thinking skills, and which develop a sense of classroom community and trust
• A proven ability to differentiate instruction and integrate learning
• Ability to use technology as a tool for teaching and learning in a fine arts context
• Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, art history, and other appropriate learning activities
• Be a part of a highly motivated team committed to education reform, parent choice, and the building of exemplary schools
• Implements a dynamic and rigorous approach to art and design education
• Promotes scholars self-expression and exploration while deepening their knowledge and understanding of art, design and art history
• Successfully uses a backwards design model in creating curriculum with clear objectives and goals directly related to end of year benchmarks
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupils work for the school and the community
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive student environment
• Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids
• Keeps students on task and give appropriate feedback about performance
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. or more.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required