Visual Arts Teacher

Position: Visual Arts Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)
** Who We Are
** At , we are proud to
** achieve transformational results for our 7,500+ students — 97% of whom attend a Green (top-rated) school.
** Just as important is
* how* we achieve them: values-centered, human-focused, and together.

We invite educators and leaders who share our belief that there is more in us — more brilliance, more courage, more possibility — to join us.
** Our Impact**
* ** 100%
** of DSST graduates have been admitted to college or a postsecondary program
* ** 15 of 16 schools
** rated Green on the 2024–25 SPF
* ** 9 out of 10
** DSST families would recommend DSST to a friend
* ** 95%+
** of staff say their managers check in regularly and care about them as people

At DSST, our
* Quantum 5 Culture
* defines how we help every team member
** grow, belong, and thrive.**
* ** Growth & Opportunity:
** Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways such as Apprentice Teacher and Emerging Leader.
* ** Rewards & Recognition:
** Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the signature Flower Person Award honoring staff who help our community flourish.
* ** Whole Human Wellness:
** Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks of paid parental leave.
* ** Thriving in Colorado:
** Time to recharge with 11+ weeks off each year, relocation support for out of state applicants, and local discounts that help you enjoy life in our beautiful sunshine filled state.

Learn more about our and .
** Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
** DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

** 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds.

The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
** 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 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 is 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…