2025-26 NY Enrichment Teacher-Visual Arts (All Grades)
NEW YORK, NYPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Achievement First
Job overview
The 2025-26 NY Enrichment Teacher-Visual Arts role at Achievement First involves leading visual art instruction and fostering a vibrant artistic community for students across all grades.
Responsibilities and impact
The teacher will create a joyful arts culture, design and implement art lesson plans, collaborate with colleagues to build a world-class art program, and participate in professional development to enhance instructional and leadership skills.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $66,000 to $113,198 based on experience, along with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with match, and paid Family Leave.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Visual Arts or Art Education, preferably two years of teaching experience with high student achievement, certification or in process for NY, CT, or RI, strong art instruction and classroom management skills, and a portfolio showcasing their artistic skills.
Career development
The role includes opportunities for professional growth through collaboration with art teachers, coaching, team planning, and participation in learning and development activities.
Work environment and culture
Achievement First values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and a passion for art education in a supportive school environment.
Company information
Achievement First is an educational organization focused on high student achievement and equity, offering a mission-driven environment that supports artistic and academic growth.
Team overview
The teacher will join a collaborative team including art teachers, coaches, grade-level chairs, and school staff to build and sustain the art program and school culture.
Job location and travel
The position is for the 2025-26 school year starting July 30, located in New York, with certification requirements applicable to NY, CT, or RI.
Unique job features
The job emphasizes inquiry-based teaching, building a schoolwide artistic community, and fostering deep conceptual creation of art, distinguishing it with a strong focus on student artistic development and community engagement.
Company overview
Achievement First is a network of public charter schools focused on providing high-quality education to underserved communities. They operate schools in Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island, emphasizing rigorous academics, character development, and college readiness. Founded in 1999, Achievement First has grown significantly, driven by a mission to close the achievement gap and ensure all students succeed. The organization generates revenue through public funding, grants, and donations, reinvesting these resources into educational programs and school improvements.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your passion for visual arts education and your commitment to fostering a joyful, inquiry-based artistic culture aligned with Achievement First's mission and core values.
Emphasize your experience in creating and implementing art curricula that promote creative self-expression and sequential skill development, as well as your ability to build strong partnerships with families and school staff to support student artistic growth.
Apply through multiple channels including Achievement First’s official careers page, LinkedIn, and other education-focused job boards to maximize your visibility and application reach.
Connect with current Achievement First art educators or school leaders on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing your shared passion for arts education or by asking about how the school fosters artistic community and student engagement.
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