Visual Arts Teacher (2025-2026 School Year) Job at DSST Public Schools in Denver

POSITION: Visual Arts Teacher

GRADE LEVEL: Hiring for both middle school and high school positions

LOCATION: Hiring at multiple locations. We encourage you to apply even if your preferred position is not listed as we will be posting new roles throughout the year.

SALARY: $60,000-$78,000 based on aligned years of experience up to 10 years. We also offer a relocation stipend for anyone joining us from 75 miles or more from Denver!

STATUS: Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position (Denver, CO)

START: First day of new staff training at the end of July.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a talented and versatile Visual Arts Teacher to inspire students in both digital and traditional art forms. This position involves teaching a wide range of artistic techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media such as graphic design and digital illustration. The ideal candidate will guide students in developing their creative skills while integrating technology to enhance visual expression. With a focus on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and artistic innovation, the teacher will encourage students to build a strong portfolio and explore the intersection of traditional and digital art.

Based on the campus and opening, you may be teaching any of the below courses. We will inquire about your preferences during the interview process.

• Digital Arts
• Visual Arts
• Ceramics
• Journalism
• Graphic Design
• Drawing
• Studio Arts
• Photography
• Guitar
• Capstone: Student Portfolio Art & Aligned Internship

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Rigorous & Engaging Content: Utilize DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous grade level aligned content to 3-5 classes daily depending on campus and content area.
• Track and Support Student Growth: Prioritize students’ intellectual growth by holding high expectations for academic success including monitoring and assessing the performance of all students.
• Promote Positive Culture: Employ DSST culture and support systems while validating students’ cultural identities. Actively promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture.
• Pursue Professional Development: Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Contribute to School Community: Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring, etc.

THE PERSON

We value staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, and ideas. Our most successful employees share the following characteristics:

• An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals.
• A proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance your teaching practice.

Qualifications:

• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in any field. Demonstrated content knowledge (known as in-field status) via various qualifications.
• Ideal: Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students. A Colorado teaching credential is preferred but not required for most opportunities.

WHO WE ARE

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004.

INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS

For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able!

WHY JOIN DSST?

At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to feel fulfilled by the work they do and feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life.

• Health and Supplemental Insurance: DSST staff have access to comprehensive medical benefits.
• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!).
• Professional Development: As a learning organization, DSST values both internal and external development opportunities for staff.

DSST COMMUNITY REFERRAL PROGRAM

Not a best fit role for you but know someone else who would be a great fit? Refer them and earn $500 if they are hired!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, National origin, sex, Age, Disability, Genetic information, or retaliation for filing a charge.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.