Elementary Art Teacher

Elementary Art Teacher Terms of Employment

Full-time, 187 days. Salary is based on education and experience and will be prorated per certified salary schedule not to exceed letter I ($50,500 to $80,566). The District provides a comprehensive benefits program including medical, life, and dental insurance. The District pays the full premium for two medical plans for employees, and a third option is a buy‑up plan for which the district pays the majority of the premium.

The District also pays the full employee premium for dental and life insurance. The District contributes to PERA on each employee’s behalf and offers additional retirement savings options as well as optional supplemental insurance. Employees also receive paid time off. Worker’s compensation and unemployment insurance are provided in accordance with State law.

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 and outcomes; developing lesson plans; modeling necessary skills; providing a safe learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

• 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 and its constituents.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student 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, achievements 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 district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• 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 maintains inventory records.

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

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all…