HYPN0375387-6013
2026-09-01T00:00:00
2026-05-14T00:00:00
Job Title: Art Teacher - Middle School Location: Haviland Middle School Employment Type: Full-Time, tenure track Position Summary: The Hyde Park Central School District seeks a dynamic and creative Middle School Art Teacher to serve students in grades 6-8 at Haviland Middle School This position will provide comprehensive visual arts instruction that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and an appreciation for artistic expression. The teacher will plan and deliver developmentally appropriate art lessons aligned with the New York State Learning Standards, ensuring equity and engagement. Our Portrait of a HPCSD Employee includes the following qualities: confident learner, effective communicator, adaptable innovator, critical thinker, and responsible citizen. Our schools provide nurturing, respectful environments that develop and support the intellectual, social, emotional, physical and aesthetic development of our students. We celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging for all students, emphasizing the importance of contributing to the greater community. Key Responsibilities: Deliver visual arts instruction to 6-8 grade students in our middle school. Develop and implement standards-based lessons in alignment with the NYS Learning Standards for the Arts. Collaborate with other educators to integrate art into interdisciplinary projects. Use a variety of media, techniques, and tools to introduce students to both two- and three-dimensional art forms. Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student creativity, expression, and collaboration. Assess student work using formative and summative measures aligned with district and state guidelines. Maintain effective communication and collaboration with the school’s principal, faculty, and support staff. Coordinate and display student artwork in the building and participate in district or school-wide art events or exhibitions. Integrate literacy, SEL, history, culture, and interdisciplinary connections into the visual arts curriculum. Maintain inventory and manage art supplies efficiently. Participate in professional development and district-wide curriculum initiatives. Adhere to all district, state, and federal policies. Qualifications: Valid New York State Certification in Visual Arts (K–12). Bachelor’s Degree in Art Education or related field; Master’s Degree preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of child development and age-appropriate art instruction. Experience teaching visual arts at the middle school level preferred. Strong organizational and time-management skills to coordinate instruction and materials across two schools. Ability to foster a culturally responsive classroom that celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are seeking candidates with demonstrated experience in, or a strong commitment to, Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB), emphasizing student-centered, choice-based art instruction. Work Environment: May require lifting/moving of art materials and equipment. Hyde Park Central School District’s new Presidential Perks is a special program designed to help our essential staff save money. We believe that by investing in you, we are investing in the future of our students. Some of our Presidential Perks include discounted college tuition free counseling, pet insurance, travel discounts and more!
Teacher
Hyde Park CSD
Mid-Hudson Valley
Contract