Elementary Art Teacher

Position Type:
Professional/Teacher

Date Posted:
7/20/2026

Location:
Marion-Walker Elementary School
The Bellefonte Area School District is accepting applications for an Elementary Art Teacher position.

Location: Marion-Walker and Pleasant Gap Elementary Schools
Type: Full-time
Work Day : School Day
Work Year : School Year, 9 month position. 11 paid holidays.
Department : Art
Reports to : Building Principal

Pay & Benefits

See attached document (below) for information about pay. Benefits information is available upon request. The pay scale is in accordance with our Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Position Overview

The Bellefonte Area School District is seeking an Elementary Art Teacher to educate all students to use knowledge, values, and skills to function effectively as citizens of our society, by providing a nurturing and stimulating environment in cooperation with community, parents, and innovative curriculum

Key Responsibilities

The Teacher position will:

• Teach courses in Art following the course of study adopted by the school and curriculum.
• Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans, and teaching outlines.
• Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing students including lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands on experiences.
• Plan and develop a variety of instructional materials appropriate to support students at various ability levels.
• Coordinate with staff student success
• Provide instruction and support in citizenship
• Participate and support the IEP Planning Process
• Foster a positive, safe, nurturing environment for staff and students
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and stakeholders
• Coordinate and deliver professional development for staff and parents
• To perform other professional duties as assigned by the building principal.

Education Requirements

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Art Ed (PK-12)

Preferred:

• Master's degree in related field

Experience Requirements

Minimum:

• Strong academic preparation and evidence of a rigorous teacher preparation program
• Experience with instructional technology
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred:

• Prior teaching experience
• Experience working with English Learners or gifted students

Certifications & Licenses

Required:

• PA Certification in the content area of interest
• Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• Current clearances: Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Criminal Background Check, FBI Fingerprinting check

Application Requirements

External Applicants

Please submit the following documents with your online application:

• Current employment clearances (dated within the past 5 years):
  • Act 34 - Criminal History
  • Act 114 - FBI Fingerprint
  • Act 151 - PA Child Abuse
• Copies of degree certificates and transcripts
• Act 168 paperwork, Physical exam results, TB test results (required upon hire)

Clearances must be for employment purposes. Volunteer clearances will not be accepted. Visit for more information.

Internal Applicants

Use your district login to create an internal account. Click "Internal" on the Job Listings page and follow the instructions.

Cover Letter Instructions

Address your cover letter to:

Dr. Roy Rakszawski
Superintendent of Schools
318 North Allegheny Street
Bellefonte, PA 16823

Contact Information

For general application or position-related questions, contact our Human Resources Department
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Equal Opportunity Statement

Bellefonte Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity it operates. Individuals may report concerns or view our non-discrimination policy at