Art Teacher

Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.

Overview

The Richardson School is now accepting accepting applications for an Art Teacher or Art Therapist at our Appleton location!


The Art Teacher is responsible for providing art education and coordinating special art events. The Art Teacher plans, develops, and implements art educational programs and activities designed specifically to promote physical, mental, and social skill development. Programs are adapted to the needs of the student and encourage a supportive learning environment. Works with the Special Education Coach in the daily program implementation and coordination.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides appropriate individualized art activities within the school structure/treatment plan and relevant IEP requirements.
• Develops recommendations, updates progress, incorporates knowledge gained from the student's history and submits to the Special Education Coach.
• Discusses with Special Education Coach the development and implementation of individual behavior plans, techniques, and strategies within the instructional setting; provides feedback regarding effectiveness; demonstrates behavior management and behavior education techniques used by the school.
• Designs and modifies traditional art activities including the tools, techniques and medium used to meet the skill level and abilities of the students. Selects projects and activities that foster an environment conducive to the development of the students' independence, competence, and sense of self-worth, as well as physical, mental, and social skills.
• Demonstrates initiative in developing and implementing new educational approaches. Incorporates new instructional models, adaptive art tools, and resources to foster optimum educational standards and ability to reach students' changing needs. Provides innovative ideas for developing and enhancing the special events programs. Applies knowledge gained through participation in continuing education, attendance at professional conferences, review of professional journals, and participation in in-service programs as directed by the Special Education Coach ("SEC").
• Displays projects created by the students in order to increase their self-esteem and portray a positive image at the facility and in the community. Writes a summary of each project describing the activity, participation, its success, and suggestions for improvement, when appropriate. Maintains the art display area in a clean and organized manner.
• Responsible for maintaining an inventory list of all art supplies and equipment. With approval of the SEC and within budget parameters purchases supplies and equipment as needed ensuring that they meet the needs of the students.
• Documents student progress in class and shares this as appropriate and contributes to IEP as appropriate.
• Willingly and with confidence readily substitute teaches in other areas of the school as needed or directed. Follows lesson plans as outlined by primary teacher.
• Functions within legal, licensing, school, and professional standards in maintaining a therapeutic and educational environment for students. Reports per policy any suspected student abuse, whether physical, sexual, or mental/psychological. Implements as needed the student's Behavior Management Plan incorporating recommendations from staff and other sources.
• Demonstrates behavior management and behavior education techniques used by the school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in art education or master's in art therapy Required. Adaptive Art Education certification preferred but not required.
• Possesses upon hire or obtains within six (6) months of starting, a teaching license with Wisconsin DPI
• Experience working with individuals who display needs in the areas of autism, cognitive delays, EBD, mental health, and other related disabilities preferred
• Previous experience designing and facilitating adaptive art education and projects preferred.
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and exercises good judgment in making quick decisions and solving problems.

WAGES & BENEFITS:

• Hours: 8-4pm during the regular school year + ESY stipend available
• Schedule: Monday- Friday, following a traditional school calendar
• Salary Range: $54k- $71k starting; Final salary based on level of education + years of experience. Our teachers are paid year round/non-contract!
• Tuition Assistance program for further professional development
• Health, Dental, Vision, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance
• Generous PTO package: 5 Sick Days + 5 Personal Days + Year round Pay to cover summer
• We are an Employee Owned Company! You will automatically acquire company stock after one year of employment.
• 401(k) Match
• PayActive - access your wages the very next day!

Additional Information

MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.

MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.

Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.

Our Culture

At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:

• Passion
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Openness
• Continuous Learning and Innovation

As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You'll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!

MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.

MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with.