Anticipated Visual Arts Teacher, Elementary School [SY25-26]

Visual Arts Teacher

Foxborough Regional Charter School District is committed to creating a work environment that celebrates and promotes diversity and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.  

District / School Overview

Foxborough Regional Charter School District (FRCS) is a unique and diverse school serving students from across Southeastern Massachusetts.  Approximately 1500 students and families come from urban and suburban communities and represent various backgrounds, ethnicities, and experiences.  Families in our three vibrant school communities (Elementary, Middle, & High School) speak over 20 languages and live in over 20 sending districts. Diversity is one of our greatest strengths; it drives positive student learning and life at our school. At FRCS, we value equity, teamwork, respect, and growth, and have committed to hiring and retaining a diverse staff and employees committed to an antiracist curriculum and ideals. 

Job Summary:

Instruct pupils in art, such as painting, sketching, designing, and sculpting. Prepares lesson plans and establishes course goals to help students develop a lifelong love of the arts and joyful confidence in art-making through high-quality instruction. Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students. Candidates should be able to demonstrate mastery of subject knowledge, common core state standards, a proven ability to manage a classroom, the desire and ability to work up to the standards of a high-performing team, and an entrepreneurial spirit and approach to teaching. 

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate for this position will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the state and school district arts curriculum and academic standards, including knowledge of the ways in which learning takes place and the appropriate levels of cognitive, social, and emotional development for adolescents; 
• Establish a respectful environment for a diverse population of students, developing a classroom learning environment in which each child has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and other children;
• Facilitate learning for all students using a variety of instructional methods to provide students with opportunities to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, encourage exploration of ideas, and develop leadership qualities;
• Reflect on teaching practices, analyze student learning, development, and growth, and apply what is learned to improve instruction;
• Demonstrate leadership, advocate for the school and its students, and exhibit high ethical standards;
• Take responsibility for student academic growth using a variety of assessments and ongoing improvement of instructional practice.

General Expectations:

• Manage oneself by being organized, prepared, and punctual
• Manage resources, meet deadlines, follow through on commitments
• Act in ways that directly support the mission and vision of FRCS
• Learn and grow as a professional
• Use clear verbal and written communication and active listening skills
• Develop and maintain rapport and effective relationships with young children and adults contacted in carrying out duties and responsibilities by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, and professional conduct
• Contribute to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility in team discussions, activities, and decision-making
• Maintain high ethical standards, legal responsibility, and confidentiality
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-bias, anti-racist education
• Attend building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision-making among the staff
• Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and per the FRCSTA contract
• Regular attendance is an essential function; absences should be rare and in alignment with district attendance and punctuality standards
• Responsible for implementing other job-related duties as needed

 Qualifications- Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• A teaching License is not required; must pass MTEL Exams within one year of hire

• Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified in the area of licensure

• Candidates are subject to background checks, including CORI clearance and fingerprinting

• Current authorization to work in the United States - 

• Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment. 

Qualifications- Preferred:

• Master’s Degree preferred 
• SEI Endorsed within one year of employment 
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in the appropriate content area
• Experience working in an urban school district
• Proficiency in multiple languages, reflecting our diverse student population

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

The majority of work is performed in a school or classroom environment, which usually has a moderate noise level. Regular attendance is necessary; absences should be rare and in alignment with district attendance and punctuality standards.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch.  The teacher is periodically required to stand while talking and listening.  The teacher is occasionally required to sit, walk, lift, or carry.

Salary : $51,000 - $90,950