Art Teacher

About the Employer

Teacher-Art

Job Title

Boulder Valley School District

We are committed to creating challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development, and social-emotional well-being.

Location

US: CO: Boulder

School

Douglas Elementary

Position Title

Teacher-Art

Position Start Date

September 21, 2026

Position Type

Teachers-Licensed

FTE

0.667 - 26.68 hours per week - Limited Term through 2/12/2027

Work Schedule

186 days - 12 months

Closing Date

September 20, 2026

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Summary

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Responsibilities

Positively impacts student achievement through innovative instructional strategies. Demonstrates a strong knowledge of the curriculum and content area. Effectively manages the learning environment. Values student diversity and supports the unique learning needs of each individual student. Exhibits a growth mindset through participation in high-quality professional learning. Works collaboratively with colleagues, families, and community. Builds positive relationships and communicates effectively with families. Uses inclusive and differentiated instructional practices to support all students. Uses data-driven evidence to inform instruction. Demonstrates a level of technology proficiency that enhances student learning. Contributes to a positive, child-centered school culture. Follows state legal requirements and district and building policies and procedures. Collaborates with grade-level or department teams to integrate art instruction with other subject areas.

Qualifications

Required:

Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in: Art (must upload license or in-process documentation to application). Completed and submitted BVSDEmpty Line online application. The Read Act SB 19-199 (PDF) and SB22-004 (PDF) requires that all Colorado teachers who provide literacy instruction to students must earn a "Read Act designation" by meeting specific requirements. If you are hired for a position requiring the Read Act designation, you will be required to obtain it.

Preferred:

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong art background with the ability to engage K-5 learners. Willingness to direct an extracurricular art group and grade-level artistic programs.

Salary Information

Salary placement varies according to experience and education. Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSDEmpty Line or current BVSDEmpty Line employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).

Application and Selection Procedure

External Candidates:

Apply online at jobs.bvsd.

Current BVSDEmpty Line Employees:

Must apply through the Infor Portal.

If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.

Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews.

For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.

Benefits & Eligibility

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

Free high-quality health and dental coverage

Vision coverage

Supplemental life insurance

Employee assistance program

Personalized benefits

Identity theft protection

Flexible spending plans

Retirement savings plans

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Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

District Statement

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities.

Inquiries or complaints: BVSDEmpty Line Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html