Elementary Art Teacher

Elementary Art Teacher

The City School District of New Rochelle is seeking a part-time (.2 FTE) Elementary Art Teacher. Reports To: Principal and Director of PreK–12 Performing & Visual Arts.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, and implements a high-quality sequential visual arts program aligned with the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts and National Core Arts Standards for students in grades K–2, including mixed-grade self-contained special education classes.
• Provides students with opportunities to develop artistic skills through drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, mixed media, and other two- and three-dimensional art experiences.
• Promotes artistic literacy, creativity, and critical thinking through developmentally appropriate instruction using a variety of instructional approaches, including Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB) and other research-based methodologies.
• Provides individual, small-group, and whole-group instruction that supports the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Adapts instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities, interests, and learning styles.
• Instructs students in the safe and appropriate use, care, and storage of art materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintains and organizes classroom materials and equipment to promote efficient use and stewardship of district resources.
• Recommends classroom art supplies and instructional materials as part of the annual budget process.
• Plans and presents student art displays and exhibitions within the school and throughout the community.
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance, progress, and achievement.
• Collaborates with visual arts colleagues throughout the district and with school staff to maintain and enhance the quality of the visual arts program.
• Communicates regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and program activities.
• Participates in school and district initiatives and collaborates with colleagues within and outside the arts department.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and Director of PreK–12 Performing & Visual Arts.

Qualifications:

• Holds New York State Certification in Visual Arts.
• Demonstrates excellence in elementary visual arts instruction.
• Possesses knowledge of age-appropriate artistic media, techniques, and processes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of child development and effective instructional strategies for elementary learners.
• Exhibits strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates proficiency in a variety of artistic media and techniques.
• Demonstrates proficiency with instructional technology and digital tools that support visual arts instruction.