Job Description

KIPP Delta Public Schools operates tuition-free, open-enrollment college-preparatory charter schools in the Arkansas Delta, serving over 1,200 students in Helena and Blytheville. Through a rigorous PreK-12 program and an asset-based approach, KIPP empowers students to discover their purpose and expand regional opportunities.

Job Description

The Art Teacher will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive visual arts curriculum to students in grades 7-12. This role fosters creativity, critical thinking, and an appreciation for the arts while aligning instruction with Arkansas state standards and KIPP Delta's educational philosophy.​

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum and Instruction

• Develop and implement engaging lessons and community projects that meet the Arkansas K-12 Fine Arts frameworks.
• Instruct students in various art forms, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media.
• Integrate art history and cultural studies to provide context and depth to art instruction.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

Classroom Management

• Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to promote student engagement and discipline.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches to art education.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in art education.
• Engage with parents and the school community to showcase student artwork and promote the arts program.

Other Responsibilities (As Needed)

• Supporting student recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.
• Write letters of recommendation for students.
• Additional tasks as requested to support student achievement, school culture, and team collaboration.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Art, Art Education, or related field required.

Licenses: Standard Arkansas Teaching License in Art Education 7-12; or eligible for licensure through reciprocity;

or enrolled in an Alternative Licensure Program (ALP) .

Experience: Prior teaching experience at the secondary level preferred.

• Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprinting and child maltreatment registry checks.
• Ongoing participation in professional development activities as required by ADE.
• Strong knowledge of visual arts techniques and art history; proficiency in integrating technology into art instruction.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience teaching in a KIPP or other high-performing charter school environment preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Additional Information

Compensation

Teacher salaries will be based on the experience, degree level, and licensure per the SY 2025-26 Salary Schedule .

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