Long Term Substitute Visual Arts/Design/Engineering Teacher (Metalsmithing & Jewelry Making) (January-March, 2026)

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole. 

Type of Position: Long Term Sub Visual Arts Teacher (January-March, 2026) 

Location: Arlington High School, Arlington, MA 

POSITION GOALS: We are looking for an innovative STEAM educator who can inspire students to become life-long learners and creative risk-takers, and provide students with the technical skills and Habits of Mind they need to solve problems and realize their own creative vision

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teach high school Metalsmithing & Jewelry Making (levels I and II) and co-teach Design Engineering courses (levels I and II). 

Qualifications:  (preferred) Valid DESE licensure in at least one of the following areas: Visual Arts, Science, Technology/Engineering, or Voc-Tech: Manufacturing, Engineering, and Technology Cluster.  

• Experience in metalsmithing, jewelry making, and woodworking, and teaching these skills to high school students.  
• Experience working with engineering, digital fabrication and design (3D printing, laser cutter, CnC machines, etc.), and teaching these skills to high school students.   
• An understanding of the design thinking process as it applies to science, technology, arts, and industrial fabrication.
• Experience using CADD softwares such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, Revit, etc.

Salary : $319 - $344