Art Elementary Teacher

PURPOSE STATEMENT

To develop students' interest, abilities, talents and skills for artistic expression and creativity in the visual arts, as well as aesthetic understanding and appreciation by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; developing lesson plans; modeling the necessary skills to performing assigned tasks; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.

Develops and administers school art curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for art instruction.

Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art to secondary pupils, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.

Provides instruction by which pupils develop aesthetic concepts and appreciation and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art, art appreciation and what constitutes art.

Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids.

Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time.

Instructs pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art classes.

Evaluates each pupil's performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings, and prepares progress reports.

Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupils' work for the school and the community. May sponsor exhibits from outside.

Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Coordinates with other school professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Selects and requisitions appropriate books, art materials, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective working environment.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge of

Planning a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the student.

Implementing, by instruction and action, the corporation’s philosophy of education, instructional goals, and objectives.

Skill in

Using a computer and related software applications.

Using modern office equipment.

Ability to

Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teachers’ aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluate their job performance.

Regularly communicate student academic progress to students, parents, and staff so that timely corrective action can be taken if required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment. Successful teaching experience desirable. No criminal convictions involving moral turpitude.

CERTIFICATION

Certificate, teaching licenses for area in which applying to teach as an Art Teacher, or other legal credential required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

REQUIRED TESTING

Drug Test

Background and CPS Check

CLEARANCES

Fingerprinting/Background Clearance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer

#J-18808-Ljbffr Gary Community School Corporation