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How much do chalkboard artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for chalkboard artist in the United States is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chalkboard artist?

Chalkboard artists are creative professionals who design and hand-draw artwork, lettering, and signage on chalkboards, often for businesses like cafes, restaurants, bars, and retail stores. They use chalk, chalk markers, or other erasable media to create visually appealing menus, announcements, decorative art, and promotional messages. Chalkboard artists combine artistic skill with an understanding of branding and communication to engage customers and enhance a business’s atmosphere. Their work is often customized for special events or seasonal promotions, making it both practical and decorative.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chalkboard artist?

To thrive as a Chalkboard Artist, you need strong drawing and lettering skills, a creative eye for design, and experience with hand-rendered typography or illustration. Familiarity with chalk markers, traditional chalk, and possibly digital design tools for concept planning is helpful. Attention to detail, adaptability, and excellent communication with clients or team members are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the creation of visually appealing, accurate, and engaging displays tailored to client needs and brand aesthetics.

What are some common challenges chalkboard artists face when working on projects for businesses or events?

Chalkboard Artists often work under tight deadlines, especially for events or seasonal promotions, which can make time management a key challenge. Additionally, they may need to create designs in busy or public environments, requiring adaptability and focus. Weather conditions can also impact outdoor projects, and artists must select materials and techniques that ensure durability. Collaboration with clients or marketing teams is frequent, so clear communication is essential to ensure the final artwork aligns with the client's vision.

What is the difference between Chalkboard Artist vs Sign Painter?

AspectChalkboard ArtistSign Painter
CredentialsArtistic skills, sometimes basic certifications in art or designSign painting certifications or experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafes, retail stores, eventsBillboards, storefronts, commercial signage
Industry UsageCreative, temporary, hand-drawn signageDurable, permanent signage with painted or vinyl signs

Chalkboard Artists focus on creating temporary, artistic chalk designs mainly for promotional or decorative purposes in hospitality and retail settings. Sign Painters produce durable signs for businesses, often using different materials and techniques. While both roles require artistic skills, Chalkboard Artists typically work with chalk and temporary surfaces, whereas Sign Painters work with paint or vinyl for long-lasting signage.

How much do chalkboard artists make?

Chalkboard artists typically earn between $15 and $30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of the work. Freelance chalkboard artists may set their own rates, while those working for businesses or agencies often have salaried or hourly wages. Experience with lettering, design skills, and working in busy environments can influence earning potential.
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Infographic showing various Chalkboard Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,263 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Elementary - ESL - English as a Second Language (Fluent in Spanish) Teacher - K - 6th Grade- 2026...

Mastery Charter Schools

Camden, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and implement lesson plans, assignments, and assessments in collaboration with school leadership and curricular resources.

  • Analyze student assessment data to measure progress and inform instructional strategies.

  • Engage with families to build relationships and communicate regularly about students' academic and personal success.

Mastery Charter Schools rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

183rd of 641 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

About Mastery:
 
Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students. 
 
At Mastery, we're on a mission to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it's the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices. 
 
Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated. 
 
Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

The Opportunity:
 
The Multilingual Programs at Mastery Schools are built on the belief that native language skills are a true asset and transfer to secondary language learning. Based on this, students receiving ELD services are taught social & instructional language in tandem with academic language of Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies throughout each stage of English proficiency.  ESL teachers work with our multilingual learners to build students' language capacity, gain greater levels of access to the curriculum and bridge students' prior learning and experiences into English-instructed classrooms and school environment.
 
Mastery values the language and cultural diversity that English Learners bring into our schools. We strive to incorporate the literature and historical perspective of our multilingual learners into the curriculum, school community, and classroom culture.
 
Whether you are starting your teaching career or are looking to launch a new chapter, your passion and experience will be deeply valued and your opportunities for growth and impact will be limitless.  Your natural talents will be fostered and we will provide the training and support to help you be an incredibly effective teacher. As a Mastery team member, you will be trusted to make decisions and held accountable for critical results.  You will engage in a positive and professional workplace embedded in a warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming school culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Commit to ongoing professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement
  • Develop and implement rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments in cooperation with Mastery school-based leadership and curricular resources developed by Mastery's Central Office Academic Team
  • Work closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data to measure progress and use data to inform instruction
  • Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, plan events for joy and humor, and ensure student mastery of standards
  • Engage families in their children's education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication
  • Demonstrate genuine interest, belief, and care for students' personal and academic success
  • Commit to professional growth, self-reflection, a receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve
Education, Experience, and Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement
  • Teacher certification - completed or in process
  • Demonstrated expertise in subject area
  • Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities
  • Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
  • The ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student-centered, standards-driven classroom community
  • A positive mindset and a drive for personal excellence
  • Solutions-oriented resiliency to respond positively and effectively to challenges
  • Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role, and to work in the environmental conditions required, such as: traveling to network campuses; maneuvering in office spaces (including standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, speaking loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing things both near and far away); stooping, kneeling, reaching file cabinets/shelves; fine finger and hand manipulation in use of computer, chalkboard, dry erase, &/or projectors; filing, faxing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; sitting for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse, and typing.
Salary and Bonus Information:
  •  This role is eligible for a $5,000 bonus as well as up to $5,000 for relocation expenses!
  • New teachers start at $60,900, with Mastery offering up to $83,500 based on experience and education. 
  • Salaries range from $60,900 to $112,700, with growth opportunities as your career progresses.
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Mastery's Benefits Package:
 
We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings!
 
Annual Calendar:
 
As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our calendar here. We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!
 
Why You Should Apply:
 
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist Mastery's Talent Acquisition Team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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