Summary
Menasha Joint School District is seeking a passionate and creative Art Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will inspire and engage students in exploring various art forms, fostering their creativity and appreciation for the arts. This position requires a commitment to providing a positive learning environment that encourages self-expression and artistic development among students. This is a shared position between Banta Bilingual and Butte Des Morts Elementary.

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Art Teacher (.5)
Position Summary
The Art Teacher provides engaging, developmentally appropriate visual arts instruction that fosters creativity,
critical thinking, and artistic expression. The teacher designs and delivers standards-aligned lessons that
introduce students to a variety of artistic techniques, media, and cultural perspectives. This role supports
students in developing confidence, creativity, and appreciation for the arts while contributing to a positive,
inclusive school environment.
The Menasha Joint School District is committed to educational equity and seeks educators who value
diversity, inclusion, and student-centered instructional practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
● Develops and implements engaging visual arts lessons aligned with district curriculum and Wisconsin
Academic Standards for Art and Design.
● Teaches a variety of artistic techniques and media, including drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media,
and digital art when applicable.
● Encourages creativity and individual artistic expression while developing foundational art skills.
● Establishes a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment that promotes student
engagement and collaboration.
● Assesses student learning and artistic growth through observation, projects, and portfolio
development; provides constructive feedback to support improvement.
● Displays and celebrates student artwork through school exhibitions, displays, and community events
when appropriate.
● Collaborates with classroom teachers and staff to support cross-curricular connections between
visual arts and other content areas.
Maintains an organized, safe, and well-managed art classroom, including proper storage, inventory, and
care of art supplies and equipment.
● Communicates effectively with students, families, and staff regarding student progress, classroom
expectations, and art program activities.
● Participates in professional development and ongoing learning related to art education, culturally
responsive instruction, and instructional best practices.
● Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
● Strong knowledge of artistic techniques, media, materials, and art history concepts.
● Ability to design engaging lessons that support creativity and skill development for diverse learners.
● Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
● Ability to build positive relationships with students and foster a supportive learning environment.
● Effective verbal and written communication skills.
● Ability to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive school culture.
● Proficiency with instructional technology and digital tools that support art instruction when applicable.
Education and Experience
● Bachelor’s degree in Art Education
● Valid Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching license in Art Education required or
eligibility to obtain licensure.
Physical and Work Requirements
This position may require:
● Standing and walking for extended periods.
● Sitting and working at a computer for extended periods.
● Lifting and moving art materials, supplies, and equipment up to approximately 25–40 pounds, with or
without reasonable accommodation.
● Bending, kneeling, reaching, and moving around the classroom and studio environment throughout the
school day.
● Lifting, carrying, or assisting students up to approximately 45 pounds, with or without reasonable
accommodation.
● Bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and assisting students with physical needs throughout
the school day.
Updated 2/17/26

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