Certified Art Teacher (Visual Arts)
3 days ago
Plainfield
Job Description Position: Art Teacher (Visual Arts) Location: Plainfield, NJ 07060 Type: Full-Time | W2 Position Salary Range: $63,500 – $84,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits Schedule: Monday through Friday | 7:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Start Date: ASAP (2025–2026 School Year) About the Role Focused Staffing Group is seeking a dedicated and creative Art Teacher (Visual Arts) to join one of our partner schools in Plainfield, New Jersey, for the 2025–2026 school year. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator who inspires students to explore artistic expression, fosters creativity, and promotes a positive, inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. Responsibilities * Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom culture where all students feel welcomed, respected, and inspired to express their creativity. * Build strong relationships with students and families that reflect care, encouragement, and high expectations for growth. * Design and facilitate rigorous, student-centered art instruction aligned with New Jersey state standards and the school’s mission. * Plan and implement differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including students receiving special education services, multilingual learners, and advanced students. * Provide engaging instruction across multiple art disciplines, emphasizing both creative process and technical skill development. * Assess and analyze student work through portfolios and projects to inform instruction and support artistic growth. * Foster a safe, caring, and responsive studio environment that encourages risk-taking, collaboration, and critical thinking. * Collaborate with colleagues to develop arts integration strategies and support whole-child development. * Curate and display student artwork throughout the school and during special events to celebrate achievement and strengthen community engagement. * Be present and prepared each school day from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Qualifications * Valid New Jersey Teacher Certification or Certificate of Eligibility in Art Education (required) * Bachelor’s degree (required); Master’s degree (preferred) * Minimum of two years of teaching experience (preferred) * Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and engage students across grade levels * Strong classroom management and organizational skills * Self-reflective, growth-oriented, and open to feedback * Committed to excellence, equity, and student success Benefits * Comprehensive health insurance * Dental and vision coverage * Paid time off and holidays * Professional development opportunities * Supportive and mission-driven school community