Art Teacher in Memphis, Tennessee at Perea Elementary School

Art Teacher
Position Summary
The position of Art Teacher will be responsible for teaching students a variety of fundamental subjects as well as integrating a research-based Social Emotional Learning curriculum throughout the day.

Essential Functions:
We are currently searching for an Art Teacher (K – 5th grade) for the 2026 – 2027 school year.

The Teacher will serve as the classroom Instructor and will:
Provide children with art instruction and support students in gaining skills of self-regulation and communication.
Teach students through active engagement.
Engage students in lines of inquiry to enhance their learning.
Communicate with parents and students regularly.
Model emotional regulation for students.
Teach appropriate behaviors in the school setting.
Model understanding and response for behavior.
Create and model clear rules in the classroom and for the outside world.
Model consistent expectations for the classroom.
Use positive discipline tactics that are developmentally appropriate aligned to Perea’s Student Support Model
Participate in professional learning; share professional resources.
Conduct all work activities in a timely and professional manner reflecting best educational practices.
Support and reinforce Perea’s Core Values: community, empathy, innovation, safety and excellence with our students, parents, community members, and colleagues

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a strong record of academic achievement and a valid Tennessee Teacher License, or hold permit eligibility
Affinity for the compelling mission of Perea Elementary School
Personal and professional integrity