K-5 General/Visual Arts Teacher

Position Overview

Albion Central School District in Albion, New York is seeking a K-5 General/Visual Arts Teacher to nurture creativity and visual expression in elementary students. This role focuses on helping children build artistic skills, deepen their appreciation for art, and discover their talents through age-appropriate instruction aligned with school expectations.

What You Will Do

The educator will teach art to students with a wide range of strengths and learning needs, adapting instruction so every child can grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Lessons will cover drawing, painting, lettering, art history, and core design concepts, along with practical studio skills and safe use of art materials.

Key Responsibilities

You will plan, deliver, and assess visual arts instruction for elementary grades, including differentiated support for individual students and small groups. The role also includes maintaining materials and equipment, organizing storage and inventory, creating student art displays, communicating with families and counselors, supporting enrichment activities such as an after-school art club, and taking on other duties assigned by school administration.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates should have experience teaching elementary art or a closely related role, strong understanding of teaching methods and classroom management, and experience working with children who have diverse needs. A minimum of a BA in Visual Arts or a related discipline is required, along with valid New York State certification. Hired candidates must also complete NYSED TEACH fingerprint clearance, drug testing, a current TB test, and a physical exam dated within the last year.

Desired Qualities

The school is looking for someone who prioritizes students, shows kindness and compassion, acts with integrity, keeps learning and improving, and works well with colleagues and other stakeholders.

Employment Details

This is a ten-month full-time position. Compensation will follow the ATA contract step schedule and be set by the Board of Education. The posted salary range is $49,037 to $55,000, with Step 1 listed at $49,037 to $55,000. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2026. Evaluation will be completed by administration according to the ATA contract. Albion Central School District states that it is an equal opportunity employer.

Application and Contact Information

Applicants are instructed to submit an application through the school district employment page. Contact details provided in the posting are Cindy Ishmael, Superintendent's Secretary/District Clerk, phone 5855892055, email cishmael@albionk12.org.

Requirements and Conditions

• Valid New York State certification is required.
• NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities (SWD), Birth-Grade 2 and Grades 1-6, or Permanent Special Education is required.
• Minimum BA in Visual Arts or a related field is required.
• Experience as an elementary school art teacher or in a similar position is expected.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods, lesson delivery, and classroom management practices is needed.
• Experience teaching children with a wide range of abilities and needs is required.
• Ability to work with musicians at all skill levels is listed as a qualification.
• Fingerprint clearance through NYSED TEACH, drug testing, a current TB test, and a current physical examination (less than one year old) must be completed after hiring.
• Employment follows a ten-month year schedule.
• Evaluation is conducted by administration under the ATA contract.
• Albion Central School District is an equal opportunity employer.