Kinder to Sixth grade Grammar School Art Teacher at Classical Charter School

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Art Education Teacher

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Dean of Grammar School

Work Hours/Days: Faculty Calendar - School days (typically 7:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.) and staff work days during the school year

*Please note some teachers will need to be able to attend training in Hillsdale, MI, for up to 10 days in June. ACACS and Hillsdale cover conference travel, lodging, and food.

Essential Functions:

• Cultivating virtue through instruction, mentorship, and programming
• Maintaining professionalism in conduct and communication, striving to exemplify our core virtues
• Prepare unit and lesson plans for all courses in alignment with Hillsdale College's K12 Program Guide for each school year
• Teach and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
• Assign, collect, grade, and return graded work in a timely manner
• Continuously monitor student progress and self-evaluate how best to support effective student learning
• Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
• Collaborate with Students Services team to meet requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
• Assist in daily operations of the school (e.g., taking attendance, supervising student arrivals, passing periods in hallways, lunchtime and recess supervision) on a shared schedule
• Participate in professional development as offered by ACACS and Hillsdale College's K12 Office
• Maintain confidentiality in student records
• Maintains a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
• Performs other related duties as directed
• Deliver engaging and inclusive art lessons for students in grades K-12, focusing on skill development
• Evaluate and monitor student progress through regular assessments and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities
• Manage and maintain art equipment and supplies, ensuring they are safe and in good condition

Required Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor's Degree/passing score on the State Praxis in the subject area
• Strong background in content areas; willingness to receive specific training
• Proficiency in a variety of teaching strategies and techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Conviction in the values of a rigorous liberal arts education
• Loyalty to Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc.'s (ACACS) mission and vision
• Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues
• Adherence to all ACACS policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and all applicable school and board policies
• Complete all required training and provide documentation
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, or standing to teach
• Must be able to supervise outdoor recess

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and will require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: For roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials), you will be asked to provide verifiable proof. We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

This employer utilizes E-Verify