Job Description
Job Description
The High School Art Teacher develops students’ foundational artistic skills with a focus on applications in cosmetology and beauty-related careers. This role emphasizes color theory, design, and creative expression while preparing students for future coursework or careers in cosmetology, esthetics, and related industries.
Required Certificates and Licenses
Michigan Teaching Certification Required. Must have Art certification (Cosmetology Pathway Focus). Ability to obtain a CTE certification.
Residency Requirements
Must reside in Michigan.
Start Date
SY 2026/2027
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plan and deliver visual arts instruction aligned to state standards and CTE pathways
Teach foundational skills such as color theory, design principles, and composition
Connect art concepts to cosmetology applications (hair color, makeup design, nail art, branding)
Provide hands‑on, project‑based learning experiences
Incorporate real‑world applications (e.g., client design concepts, portfolio development)
Support student exploration of careers in cosmetology and related fields
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and skill levels
Assess student learning through projects, portfolios, and presentations
Maintain a safe, organized classroom environment with proper materials management
Collaborate with CTE staff to align curriculum with cosmetology pathways
Travel
Travels as required (on average once per month and/or approximately 20% of the time) for face‑to‑face professional development, student testing, and as required by school
Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or related field
Valid teaching certification (or ability to obtain certification)
Strong knowledge of color theory and design principles
Ability to connect art instruction to real‑world and career applications
Ability to clear required background check
Desired Qualifications
Experience or background in cosmetology, esthetics, or beauty industry
Experience in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs
Knowledge of industry trends in beauty, fashion, and design
Experience with portfolio‑based instruction
Strong visual arts instruction and creativity
Ability to make learning relevant to career pathways
Classroom management and project facilitation skills
Collaboration with cross‑disciplinary teams
Ability to engage students through hands‑on learning
Compensation & Benefits
Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.
Work Environment
This position is virtual. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions described above.
Job Type
Regular
Equal Opportunity Employer & EEO
Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Accommodation Request
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.
Additional Information
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at‑will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at‑will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
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