Teaching Positions
Visual Arts Teacher
Responsible to: Chief Education Officer, Principal, and Vice Principals
Timeframe/Status: Full Time, 10 Months
Revised: January 2026
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Responsible to: Chief Education Officer, Principal, and Vice Principals
Timeframe/Status: Full Time, 10 Months
Revised: January 2026
Job Summary:
A Bishop Hartley Visual Arts teacher reports to the Chief Education Officer, Principal, and Vice Principals. He or she works to form students’ faith and develop students’ academic and interpersonal skills in alignment with the Diocesan Course of Study. He or she documents and reports on classroom teaching, student progress, and student outcomes. The ideal candidate personalizes teaching and learning to meet the specific educational needs of every student, maintains a safe and optimal learning environment, and collaborates effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration.
A Bishop Hartley Visual Arts teacher reports to the Chief Education Officer, Principal, and Vice Principals. He or she works to form students’ faith and develop students’ academic and interpersonal skills in alignment with the Diocesan Course of Study. He or she documents and reports on classroom teaching, student progress, and student outcomes. The ideal candidate personalizes teaching and learning to meet the specific educational needs of every student, maintains a safe and optimal learning environment, and collaborates effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration.
Position Qualifications:
Required:
● BA/BS degree in in Visual Arts/Visual Arts Education or a similar field
● A valid Ohio teaching license for the subject(s) and grade level(s) to be taught, or the ability to obtain
one prior to the start date
● Effective and efficient verbal and written communication skills
● Completion or verification of safe environment training and requirements necessary for employment
in all Diocesan schools: VIRTUS training and a current FBI/BCI background check if not already completed for state licensure
Strongly Preferred:
● MS/MA in Visual Arts/Visual Arts Education, or a similar field
● Candidates with experience teaching high school Visual Arts
Primary Job Responsibilities:
● Teaches content and skills in the subject area utilizing curriculum designated by the Office of Catholic Schools in the Diocesan Course of Study
● Develops and implements lesson plans and delivers classroom instruction in a manner compatible with Bishop Hartley’s educational mission and the learning objectives outlined in the Diocesan Course of Study
● Provides classroom instruction that uses a variety of techniques and methods and promotes high levels of academic achievement for all students
● Evaluates each student’s progress in meeting course standards, prepares report cards, and keeps accurate and timely educational records pertinent to the role of a teacher
● Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, safe, and productive classroom environment
● Supervises students in class and during assigned out-of-classroom activities during the school day
● Communicates with students, parents, and school counselors on student progress
● Develops and maintains positive, Christ-like interpersonal relationships by modeling the virtues and values of Christian faith
● Identifies student needs and cooperates with other faculty and staff to support, and when necessary, refers students to qualified professionals in the building for learning, health and wellness, social, and/or emotional support
● Participates in ongoing professional development
● Performs other duties as assigned by the administrative team, when necessary
Benefits & Compensation:
● Bishop Hartley offers a full healthcare benefits package for faculty who wish to participate in our medical, dental, and vision plans. Additionally, we offer employer-paid short & long-term disability benefits and an employer-paid life insurance plan.
●We offer a 403b matching retirement program, earned PTO, paid holidays, reimbursement for educational coursework, and professional development assistance.
● Compensation aligns with the salary scale of the Central Ohio Association of Catholic Educators (COACE) negotiated agreement, which can be found here.
● Many opportunities exist for faculty to supplement their base salary through extracurricular club moderation, athletic team coaching, and additional roles that enrich or enhance our overall student experience. Candidates interested in such roles are invited to share their interest and talents with administration during the interview process.
Interested Candidates:
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. To complete your initial application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and your professional references by clicking here. If you require assistance completing our initial application, please reach out to Andrea Ortiz Lechleitner, Administrative Assistant to the Vice Principals, at: aortizlechleitner@cdeducation.org.
Required:
● BA/BS degree in in Visual Arts/Visual Arts Education or a similar field
● A valid Ohio teaching license for the subject(s) and grade level(s) to be taught, or the ability to obtain
one prior to the start date
● Effective and efficient verbal and written communication skills
● Completion or verification of safe environment training and requirements necessary for employment
in all Diocesan schools: VIRTUS training and a current FBI/BCI background check if not already completed for state licensure
Strongly Preferred:
● MS/MA in Visual Arts/Visual Arts Education, or a similar field
● Candidates with experience teaching high school Visual Arts
Primary Job Responsibilities:
● Teaches content and skills in the subject area utilizing curriculum designated by the Office of Catholic Schools in the Diocesan Course of Study
● Develops and implements lesson plans and delivers classroom instruction in a manner compatible with Bishop Hartley’s educational mission and the learning objectives outlined in the Diocesan Course of Study
● Provides classroom instruction that uses a variety of techniques and methods and promotes high levels of academic achievement for all students
● Evaluates each student’s progress in meeting course standards, prepares report cards, and keeps accurate and timely educational records pertinent to the role of a teacher
● Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, safe, and productive classroom environment
● Supervises students in class and during assigned out-of-classroom activities during the school day
● Communicates with students, parents, and school counselors on student progress
● Develops and maintains positive, Christ-like interpersonal relationships by modeling the virtues and values of Christian faith
● Identifies student needs and cooperates with other faculty and staff to support, and when necessary, refers students to qualified professionals in the building for learning, health and wellness, social, and/or emotional support
● Participates in ongoing professional development
● Performs other duties as assigned by the administrative team, when necessary
Benefits & Compensation:
● Bishop Hartley offers a full healthcare benefits package for faculty who wish to participate in our medical, dental, and vision plans. Additionally, we offer employer-paid short & long-term disability benefits and an employer-paid life insurance plan.
●We offer a 403b matching retirement program, earned PTO, paid holidays, reimbursement for educational coursework, and professional development assistance.
● Compensation aligns with the salary scale of the Central Ohio Association of Catholic Educators (COACE) negotiated agreement, which can be found here.
● Many opportunities exist for faculty to supplement their base salary through extracurricular club moderation, athletic team coaching, and additional roles that enrich or enhance our overall student experience. Candidates interested in such roles are invited to share their interest and talents with administration during the interview process.
Interested Candidates:
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. To complete your initial application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and your professional references by clicking here. If you require assistance completing our initial application, please reach out to Andrea Ortiz Lechleitner, Administrative Assistant to the Vice Principals, at: aortizlechleitner@cdeducation.org.
