Art Teacher K-6 (26/27 School Year)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

 

Citizenship and Science Academy of Rochester is excited to announce an opening for an Elementary Art Teacher (Grades K–6) for the 2026–2027 school year .

We are seeking dynamic, collaborative, flexible, and engaging educators. Our school provides a supportive environment for new teachers, and we strongly encourage experienced educators to apply.

New York State Certification is required.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will:

• Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans aligned with the school’s curriculum and New York State learning standards 
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Common Core and state standards 
• Modify, redesign, and develop curriculum as needed to meet student needs 
• Collaborate with colleagues to align instructional goals, objectives, and methods 
• Prepare students for relevant standardized assessments 
• Apply strong content knowledge and effective instructional practices 
• Use data and analytics to inform instruction and improve student outcomes 
• Maintain a positive, structured, and effective classroom environment 
• Foster creativity, self-expression, and appreciation for the arts in all students 
• Organize and display student artwork to celebrate student achievement 
• Embrace feedback, accountability, and continuous professional growth

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, and more) 
• Enrollment in the NYS Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or 403(b) with employer match 
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities 
• Competitive salary 
• Ongoing professional development with instructional coaches and mentors 
• Integration of technology in classrooms, including iPads, Chromebooks, and educational applications 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred 
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification (required) 
• Experience working with diverse student populations or in urban settings (preferred) 
• Prior teaching experience (preferred), though new teachers are encouraged to apply 
• Fingerprint clearance through the NYS Department of Education 

Core Competencies

• Growth mindset with flexibility and adaptability 
• Intrinsic motivation and initiative 
• Compassion and commitment to student success 
• Strong belief that all students can achieve 
• Receptiveness to feedback with the ability to implement changes quickly 
• Comfort using data to drive instruction 

Learn More About Us

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Science Academies of New York is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or those who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

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