Art Teacher

Do you believe art can be a powerful voice for every learner? Hillcrest Educational Centers is looking for a passionate Art Teacher who is excited to work in the field of Special Education and make a meaningful difference every day. In this role, you'll use creativity, patience, and innovative teaching strategies to help students with diverse learning needs express themselves, build confidence, and discover their unique talents.



Schedule: Monday through Friday

BENEFITS BEYOND THE ORDINARY

• We will pay for your PDP's. Many can be earned online within our Learning Management System that contains over 400 training topic
• HEALTH, DENTAL & VISION INSURANCE
• GENEROUS PAID TIME OFF
• TUITION ASSISTANCE REIMBURSEMENT to support you earning a college degree. We reimburse up to $425 per credit hour. Whoa! That's up to $1275 per 3 credit course!
• 40% OFF Gym membership at Bousquet Sport for our full-time employees
• STUDENT LOAN PAY DOWN PROGRAM to reduce your college loan debt
• EMPLOYER PAID LIFE INSURANCE
• WELLNESS PROGRAM CREDIT of $500 for individuals plans and $1000 for family plans to reduce your health insurance costs
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM to support you through stressful times in life
• Hillcrest has its own dental office where you can make payment through payroll deduction if needed
• 403B RETIREMENT PLAN to help you save for your financial future
• CHILD CARE REIMBURSEMENT paid quarterly to you (up to $2400 paid annually/$600 per quarter)
• Two weeks of orientation training will support you in your new role
• Professional development offered through workshops, conferences, and quarterly department training days.

Salary Range: $56,475 To $73,396 Per Year

Art Teacher's Responsibilities:


An Art Teacher develops, implements, reviews and improves the educational program for students; ensuring that the education or service plans are in compliance with agency polices and the Department of Education regulations. Foster a safe and creative environment conducive to learning in which the students are able to achieve success based on interests and abilities both academically and socially.



Educational Requirements:
Bachelors Degree Required. A Masters Degree highly desired.



Experience:
Experience working in a special education setting working with children highly desired.



Licenses or Certification:
License in grade-level appropriate Special Education, Moderate Disabilities, Severe Disabilities or Subject Area is preferred. If not licensed, must be eligible for an initial waiver, enroll in license track coursework, and make sufficient progress (Academic & MTEL) towards licensure to maintain waiver status.