FTE Art Teacher Position

Art Teacher

REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT # Harwinton and Burlington are serene townships nestled amidst state forests and parks bordering the Farmington Valley to the south and the Litchfield Hills to the north. The towns share a border with Farmington, Avon, Bristol to the South/West and Litchfield and Torrington to the North. Despite their quiet country feel, the towns are within easy driving access to the Hartford and Waterbury regions.

We look forward to receiving your application and we welcome a diverse candidate pool!

Location:

Harwinton Consolidated School

Reports to:

Building Principal Starting Date:
Commencement of the  school year

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Elementary Art Substitute Teacher for a one-year appointment. The successful candidate will provide engaging and dynamic art instruction to students in grades K-4, fostering creativity and a love for the arts in a supportive and inclusive environment. Additional requirements include participation in all district, building and department-level meetings and professional development activities as a valued member of our learning community.

RSD 10 has a professional learning calendar that supports both building and district-wide opportunities for departmental collaboration and this includes the Visual and Performing Arts, so the successful candidate will be a member of a well-established Professional Learning Community.

The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge and experience in a combination of the following areas:

• Develop and implement lesson plans that meet and align with the National Core Arts Standards and incorporate a variety of artistic techniques and mediums.
• Create a positive and stimulating classroom environment that encourages student participation and creativity.
• Demonstrates Art techniques in activities and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aides to plan lessons that provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and studio time
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Assess and evaluate student progress through assignments, projects, and participation.
• Ensures student partnership in reflective assessment that facilitates growth and student agency.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student success as well as any classroom concerns.
• Manage classroom behavior in a manner that creates a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Maintain and organize art supplies, ensuring materials are available and in good condition while instructing students in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art class.
• Participate in school events, parent-teacher conferences, and professional development opportunities as required.
• Plan for, leads and organizes an Art Show in the Spring.

Required education:
Bachelor's degree in education or related subject is required CT Endorsement: 042 Art Education, Pre-K 12