Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Job overview
The Visual Art Teacher role at Cleveland Metropolitan School District involves teaching visual arts to students while fostering a rigorous and supportive classroom environment that promotes independent thinking and student success.
Responsibilities and impact
The teacher will instruct students using state and district guidelines, adapt materials for student needs, encourage original ideas, maintain classroom culture, communicate with parents and community, supervise students, administer exams, participate in professional development and evaluations, and collaborate with staff to address student needs.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a valid Ohio teaching certificate, a Bachelor's degree in Education or a relevant field, be highly qualified with exemplary classroom experience, and demonstrate commitment to urban student success and collaboration with school community members.
Work environment and culture
CMSD values autonomy, accountability, and a commitment to high-quality education, emphasizing life-changing teaching and building connections with students and their identities.
Company information
Cleveland Metropolitan School District serves about 37,000 students across 100+ schools, focusing on high-quality education and school autonomy.
Job location and travel
The position is within the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, presumably in Cleveland, Ohio, for the 2025-2026 school year.
Application process
Applicants must submit a resume and application via Workday and will undergo FBI/BCI background checks and drug screening.
Company overview
Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) is the public school district serving Cleveland, Ohio. It operates numerous elementary, middle, and high schools, providing education to a diverse student population. CMSD focuses on academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and community engagement. The district's revenue primarily comes from state and local funding, supplemented by federal grants and partnerships. Notable historical milestones include the implementation of the Cleveland Plan, a comprehensive reform strategy aimed at improving student outcomes and school performance.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your valid Ohio teaching certificate in Visual Arts and your Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field to meet CMSD's core requirements.
Emphasize your exemplary classroom teaching experience, especially your ability to foster a rigorous yet warm environment that encourages independent thinking and original ideas, as this aligns with CMSD's educational philosophy.
Apply through multiple platforms including CMSD's official Workday portal and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you meet all procedural requirements.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Visual Art Teachers or administrators within CMSD's arts or academic departments; use ice breakers like asking about their approach to fostering creativity in urban schools or their experiences with CMSD's professional development programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Visual Art Teacher,' 'Ohio teaching certificate,' 'student engagement,' 'collaboration,' 'urban education,' and 'professional development' to pass initial screenings.
Utilize Jennie Johnson's Power Apply feature to automate tailored applications, identify multiple application channels, and find relevant CMSD contacts on LinkedIn, allowing you to focus your time on preparing for interviews and networking.
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