LTS High School Teacher Visual Art

High School Visual Art Teacher (Parental Leave Replacement – Photography Focus)
Position Type: Full-Time Temporary High School Visual Art Teacher
Dates: August 31, 2026 to Early November 2026 (approxi
Location: Waltham High School, Waltham Public Schools

Position Overview

Waltham Public Schools is seeking a passionate, creative, and student-centered High School Visual Art Teacher to join our Fine and Performing Arts Department and high school teaching team for a parental leave replacement from August 31, 2026 through early November 2026. This position will have a photography focus and will support students through engaging, standards-based visual arts instruction that fosters creativity, technical skill development, critical thinking, and artistic expression.

The ideal candidate will create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where students can develop foundational and intermediate photography skills, explore visual storytelling, and engage with diverse artistic traditions and perspectives. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to inclusive, standards-based instruction and the ability to support the needs of all learners.

A valid Massachusetts teaching license in Visual Arts is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, standards-based visual arts lessons appropriate for high school students, with a focus on photography instruction.
• Teach foundational and intermediate photography concepts and techniques, including composition, lighting, camera use, digital editing, visual storytelling, and critique.
• Foster creativity, craftsmanship, self-expression, and artistic confidence in student artists.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages exploration, collaboration, and creative risk-taking.
• Introduce students to photographers, artistic movements, and visual cultures from diverse historical and global perspectives.
• Differentiate instruction to support students with varied learning needs, interests, backgrounds, and abilities.
• Assess student growth through projects, portfolios, critiques, reflections, and classroom participation.
• Organize and display student work to celebrate student creativity and learning.
• Maintain and manage classroom materials, photography equipment, technology, and supplies to ensure safe and organized learning environments.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and administrators to support student growth and engagement.
• Participate in collaborative team meetings and school-based responsibilities as appropriate during the leave period.
• Incorporate technology and contemporary practices into instruction as appropriate.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, Photography, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.

Certification

Valid Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure in Visual Arts.

Experience

Prior experience teaching visual art at the high school level preferred.
Experience teaching photography and digital media preferred.
Experience working with diverse student populations and inclusive classroom practices preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of high school visual art instruction and photography curriculum.
• Proficiency in photography techniques, digital editing tools, and related technology.
• Ability to create engaging, culturally responsive, and student-centered learning experiences.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to fostering creativity, inclusion, and equitable access to arts education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching photography, digital imaging, or media arts courses.
• Experience supporting multilingual learners and students with diverse learning needs.
• Background as a practicing artist, photographer, or creative professional.
• Experience integrating technology into visual arts instruction.
• Experience facilitating student critiques, portfolio development, or exhibitions.

Why Join Us?

At Waltham Public Schools, we are committed to fostering vibrant and inclusive arts programs that provide all students with opportunities to explore creativity, develop artistic skills, and express themselves through the visual arts. Our high school visual art teachers play an important role in helping students build confidence, technical skill, and artistic voice while preparing them for future creative opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative school community dedicated to supporting student learning, creativity, and belonging.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References

Salary: As per the WEA Contract
Salary ranges can be found at:
Waltham Public Schools Contracts and Evaluations