K-8 Art Teacher at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School – Malden, Massachusetts

About Us

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS) is consistently ranked among the top public schools in Massachusetts, New England, and across the nation. Our students achieve exceptional success at the post-secondary level, reflecting the strong academic preparation and character development they receive during their time at Mystic Valley.

Located just outside of Boston, often referred to as the “Hub of the Universe”, MVRCS benefits from proximity to a rich network of world-renowned colleges, universities, and cultural institutions that enhance the educational experience for both students and staff.

The Art Teacher provides students with a comprehensive introduction to art across historical periods while fostering creativity, artistic expression, and skill development. Instruction is aligned with the Core Knowledge Sequence and is designed to reinforce and connect with content taught across other subject areas.

This role requires an educator who is organized, adaptable, and passionate about making art accessible and engaging for all students.

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging art instruction aligned with the Core Knowledge curriculum

• Teach foundational artistic concepts, techniques, and historical context across grade levels

• Foster creativity and support students in expressing their understanding through artistic work

• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure interdisciplinary connections across the curriculum

• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress and classroom expectations

• Maintain an organized system for managing and transporting materials across classrooms, as MVRCS does not have a dedicated art room

• Ensure classrooms are left orderly and transitions between classes are smooth and well-managed

• Provide supervision and guidance during transitions to support a structured school environment

• Serve as a confident and positive classroom leader, maintaining clear expectations and strong classroom management

• Provide extra help and academic support to students as needed

• Assist with exam proctoring and other school-wide responsibilities

• Support school operations, including lunch, recess, or class coverage when required

• Participate in and support co-curricular and school-wide activities

• Arrive to class on time and ensure timely, organized transitions between classes

• Maintain responsibility for classroom management during instruction, in collaboration with Instructional Assistants

• Communicate any disciplinary actions or concerns with homeroom teachers

• Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues, sharing classroom spaces and resources

• Keep all materials organized and use shared classroom resources responsibly

• Maintain behavior tracking systems (e.g., TAT/behavior charts) and promote positive reinforcement, following a 4:1 ratio of positive to corrective feedback

• Recognize that specialty classes may involve collaborative, discussion-based, or activity-driven learning (e.g., group work, art discussions), and communicate expectations clearly to students and staff

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present concepts clearly and effectively

• Ability to engage and inspire students while maintaining a structured, well-managed classroom

• Organizational skills to manage materials and instruction across multiple locations

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team environment

• Commitment to maintaining high expectations for both academic and behavioral standards