HS Art Teacher

Position Overview

Oak Ridge High School seeks a dedicated visual arts educator to provide engaging, rigorous instruction that develops students’ technical skills, creative thinking, visual literacy, and artistic expression.

The successful candidate will teach Art Foundations and at least one upper-level studio art course in a specialized discipline aligned with their expertise and departmental needs. This educator will help develop a challenging, college-preparatory art program that encourages experimentation, independent thinking, critical analysis, and the development of strong student portfolios.

Job Expectations:

Teach courses ranging from Art Foundations to upper-level studio art courses (Dual Enrollment and/or AP).

Develop and implement standards-aligned curriculum emphasizing technical proficiency, creative problem-solving, craftsmanship, and conceptual development.

Integrate contemporary art, art history, criticism, and visual analysis into studio instruction.

Prepare students for advanced coursework, college art programs, portfolio reviews, and scholarship opportunities.

Guide students through critiques, reflective practice, and the development of cohesive bodies of work.

Organize student exhibitions and provide opportunities for students to share their work with the school and community.

Maintain a supportive, well-managed studio environment that encourages artistic growth, experimentation, and high standards.

Collaborate with colleagues, mentor students, and fulfill the professional responsibilities of a high school educator.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the learner

Be able to develop an appropriate learning environment with effective classroom management

Be able to communicate effectively

Be able to use effective instructional methods

Demonstrate ability to organize and plan the instructional program

Demonstrate skills in evaluating the instructional program and student progress

Possess effective interpersonal skills

Demonstrate willingness to grow professionally

Job Qualifications:

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree and valid Tennessee teaching license with an appropriate visual arts endorsement (427).

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in a studio discipline with three or more years of teaching experience, preferably at the secondary level is preferred.

Active studio practice and a strong professional portfolio.

Experience teaching advanced studio art, AP Art and Design, or comparable coursework.

Experience with college portfolio preparation, student exhibitions, and contemporary art practices.