Certified Visual Arts Teacher

🎨 High School Art Teacher

Location: Nashville, Tennessee
School: STEM Preparatory Academy
Reports to: Academic  Dean and Principal
Starting Salary: Starting salary is $56,291 (which is Bachelors Step 0)                                                              (Final compensation based on experience and degree).

Inspire Creativity. Ignite Curiosity. Shape the Future.

At STEM Preparatory Academy, we believe art and innovation go hand-in-hand. We’re searching for a dynamic and imaginative Art Teacher who is passionate about helping students express their creativity while connecting it to a broader world of science, technology, engineering, and math.

As part of our high school faculty, you’ll design and deliver engaging, college-preparatory instruction that empowers students to think critically, experiment boldly, and see themselves as artists, innovators, and leaders.

What You’ll Do

• Design engaging lessons that inspire creativity and align with the Tennessee State Standards and STEM Prep’s college-prep vision.

• Bring art to life through hands-on, inquiry-based projects that blend technique, self-expression, and interdisciplinary learning.

• Collaborate with teachers across disciplines to create cross-curricular experiences—think art meets science, or design meets technology.

• Foster a classroom culture that celebrates originality, critical thinking, and student voice.

• Build relationships with families and the community to promote student growth and engagement.

• Reflect, innovate, and evolve—continually assessing and adapting your teaching to ensure all students thrive.

Who You Are

• A visionary educator who sees art as a tool for exploration, storytelling, and social change.

• A reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven school environment.

• A strong communicator and relationship-builder who values student-centered learning.

• A lifelong learner committed to equity, inclusion, and the belief that every student can achieve at the highest levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Art Education or related field preferred).

• Valid Tennessee teaching license (or eligibility for one).

• Experience working with high school students—especially in diverse, urban environments.

• Experience with English Language Learners preferred.

• Demonstrated success in improving student outcomes or achieving ambitious goals.

Why Join STEM Prep?

At STEM Prep, we’re not just preparing students for college—we’re preparing them to change the world. You’ll join a team of passionate educators committed to excellence, innovation, and inclusion.

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and degree level (Step Scale).
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Equity

STEM Preparatory Academy is deeply committed to building a faculty that reflects the vibrant communities we serve.