A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
Visual Arts Teacher (0.2 FTE)
Arlington Public Schools
Gibbs School - Arlington, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Arlington School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5905701
Application Deadline:
Sep 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Aug 31, 2026
Job Description
POSITION GOALS
We are looking for an innovative arts educator who can inspire students to become life-long learners and creative risk-takers, and provide students with the technical skills and Studio Habits of Mind they need to realize their own creative vision.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred
Massachusetts Licensure for Elementary Art Education required
Previous successful experience teaching students in a multicultural setting is preferred
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach K-5 visual arts classes.
Employ instructional methods that both teach discrete skills and promote the development of Studio Habits of Mind such as Envisioning, Expression, Risk Taking and Collaboration.
Demonstrate artistic skill in a wide variety of media, including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and ceramics.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Ensure that instructional practices and classroom support meet the diverse needs of students with IEPs and 504 plans, in collaboration with special education staff and related service providers.
Demonstrate flexibility and compassion, while maintaining high expectations for student achievement
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
Collaborate with school faculty to develop interdisciplinary curricula
Stay abreast of trends in the contemporary visual arts world and work to connect students to the local arts community
Organize and participate in exhibitions of student work on and off campus
Contribute to departmental and school-wide curriculum projects and other initiatives
Meet professional obligations concerning collaboration with peers, punctuality, attendance, organization, and routine duties
TERMS OF
EMPLOYMENT:
Arlington Education Association Bargaining Unit Position
REPORTS TO
K-12 Visual Arts Director (primary) and building principal
SALARY:
Per the Arlington Education Association Contract
EVALUATION
The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the Arlington Education Association Contract. The K-12 Visual Arts Director will complete evaluations with support from the building principal.
The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.
