Visual Arts Teacher

Bishop Stang High School

500 Slocum Road

North Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02747

Position: Visual Arts Teacher

Date: 2025-2026 Academic Year

Department: English and Fine Arts

Supervisor: English and Fine Arts Department Chairperson, Administration

Salary Range: $40,000-$55,000

Bishop Stang’s Mission

Bishop Stang High School is a Catholic, college-preparatory school of 550 students located along the beautiful South Coast of Massachusetts in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Employees are called to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ by "making known the goodness of God." We holistically educate a diverse student body in a respectful, nurturing, and disciplined environment. Our school family inspires young people to excel in learning and life through growth in faith, integrity, knowledge, and service.

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Visual Arts Teacher to join our faculty for the academic year 2025-2026. The ideal candidate is a dynamic educator and practicing artist who can inspire creativity, foster artistic expression, and promote visual literacy in students across Grades 9 to 12.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of visual arts courses, which may include Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Digital Art, and Art History.
• Develop and deliver engaging lessons that introduce students to artistic techniques, materials, and critical analysis.
• Foster an environment of creativity, self-expression, and respect in the art classroom.
• Encourage students to explore both traditional and contemporary art forms.
• Organize and showcase student work through displays and exhibitions within the school and community.
• Integrate cross-curricular and interdisciplinary approaches to enhance learning.
• Maintain and manage classroom materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Evaluate student performance through a variety of assessments, providing regular feedback and support.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in school events and visual arts-related extracurricular opportunities.

Other Responsibilities:Additional duties as assigned and approved by the English and Fine Arts Department Chairperson and the Administration

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification in Visual Arts for high school (preferred but not required).
• Experience teaching high school-level visual arts (preferred).
• A strong portfolio of personal artwork and student work (preferred).
• Proficiency with various art media, including both traditional and digital platforms.
• Excellent classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.

Mission Alignment and Commitment Requirements:

• Faith and Values Integration:
• Integrate Catholic teachings in lessons and school activities, fostering students' spiritual growth and ethical decision-making.
• Commitment to Educational Excellence:
• Employ diverse instructional strategies to achieve holistic education, prioritizing academic, moral, and spiritual development.
• Promotion of a Diverse and Inclusive Environment:
• Foster an inclusive, respectful atmosphere that values diversity and addresses the needs of a culturally diverse student body.
• Community and Service Orientation:
• Promote and engage in community service initiatives, encouraging students to actively participate and contribute.
• Demonstration of Professional Integrity and Discipline:
• Uphold professional integrity and discipline in all interactions as a role model in fostering a safe and positive learning environment.

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 403(B) retirement plan match

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $55,000