Art Teacher - Elementary School

Schoharie Central School District has an anticipated probationary opening for a full-time Elementary Art Teacher beginning September 1, 2026.

At Schoharie CSD, we believe every child deserves access to engaging learning experiences that foster creativity, curiosity, and confidence. Guided by our Blueprint for Excellence, we are committed to creating an instructional environment where students are inspired to grow, supported by high expectations, and empowered to pursue their own personalized path to success.

The successful candidate will provide engaging, standards-based visual arts instruction that inspires students to develop artistic skills, creative thinking, and an appreciation for diverse cultures and artistic traditions. The selected candidate will create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom where every child feels valued and encouraged to explore, create, and grow.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong relationship-building skills with students, families, colleagues, and the community.
• Knowledge of current instructional best practices in elementary visual arts education.
• A commitment to creating meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that inspire creativity and artistic expression.
• The ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to work as an active member of a professional learning community.
• A commitment to culturally responsive practices, equity, inclusion, and ensuring every student has opportunities to succeed.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills that promote a positive, respectful learning environment.
• A desire to celebrate student learning through school and community art displays, exhibitions, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Salary according to the Schoharie Teachers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Please submit a letter of interest, current resume, copy of New York State certification, transcripts, and at least three professional references.

Please do not email, call, fax, or mail application materials.