Seattle World - Art Teacher & Academic Intervention Specialist (Math) - 0.7 FTE

Overview of Position The person filling this .7 FTE position will be teaching art three days a week and providing math intervention five days a week. A background in teaching high school multilingual learners is strongly preferred. Bilingual speakers, candidates of color, and those committed to culturally responsive teaching practice are encouraged to apply. Under direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students in designated subject areas(s), math, reading, etc. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. Supervises students in a variety of school related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Essential Functions 20% Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of individuals to ensure success for every student. 20% Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, requirements of SPS curriculum, and knowledge of human growth and development. 20% Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central staff as required. Provides input when necessary to student IEP's. 20% Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, SPS policy and administrative regulation. 10% Coordinates intervention strategies targeted at student needs. 10% Acts as liaison between teachers and program specialists and instructional coaches. Other Functions Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge Knowledge of district policies and procedures related to teaching Knowledge of relevant SPS curriculum Skills Excellent oral and written communication Excellent human relations skills Abilities Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education Ability to assess student progress Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to identify risk/protective factors of students and align effective intervention strategies/activities Typical Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree; academic preparation for or experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in an urban school system. Specific programs may require additional academic preparation or professional experience, including; working with bilingual students and assisting them in the transition to regular classrooms; implementing programs designed to prevent the dropout of "at risk" students; and, teaching multi-level, open-concept, and main streamed classes. Experience Classroom Teacher requirements and experience for applicable grades. Certifications & Licenses Valid Washington State teacher certification. One or more Secondary Education Endorsement for Middle School & High School positions; Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies; Elementary Education Endorsement required for K-5 positions. Valid WA State driver's license. Clearances Criminal Justice fingerprint and background check Seattle Public Schools benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click HERE for an overview of available benefit options. Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year is eligible for benefits. Salary Schedule Please find the salary schedule associated with this role and others like it HERE. 01 Please check ALL endorsement(s) that will appear on your Washington State certificate or will be added to your current or newly issued certificate by the position start date. Agricultural Education Arts: Visual Bilingual Elementary Bilingual Secondary Biology Business and Marketing Chemistry Counseling Dance Deaf Education Early Childhood Elementary Education English Language Arts English Language Learners Environmental and Sustainability Family and Consumer Sciences Gifted Education Health and Fitness Humanities: Middle Level History Library Media Mathematics Mathematics: Middle Level Music: Choral Music: General Music: Instrumental Reading Science Science: Earth and Space Science: Middle Level Science: Physics Social Studies Social Work Special Education Special Education: Early Childhood Technology Education Theater Traffic Safety World Languages: Arabic World Languages: Chinese World Languages: French World Languages: German World Languages: Hindi World Languages: Japanese World Languages: Korean World Languages: Latin World Languages: Spanish Not Applicable - I do not, nor will not hold a Washington State Teaching Certificate/Permit I hold an "unendorsed" Washington State Teaching Certificate/Permit 02 Are you a current Seattle Public Schools employee with a certificated contract for the next school year? Yes No 03 Have you been notified by your supervisor or human resources that you are displaced for the next school year? Yes No 04 Have you received a binding contingency contract for the next school year? Yes No 05 Are you a current Seattle Public Schools certificated substitute? Yes No 06 Are you under contract with a district other than Seattle Public Schools for the next school year? Yes No Required Question #J-18808-Ljbffr Seattle Public Schools