Elementary Visual Art Teacher

Position: Elementary Visual Art Teacher (2026-2027)
POSITION:
Visual Arts Teacher - Elementary

POSITION GUIDE:
Certified Personnel

9 Month

Bargaining Unit

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:

Program Coordinator - Fine Arts

Elementary School Principal(s) of the school(s) to which assigned

RELATES TO:
Fine Arts Department Faculty Team

Other faculty members and school staff

Central Administration Staff

Board of School Inspectors

Educational Consultants

Parents

PTA and Community Groups

SUPERVISES DIRECTLY:
Students

Student Teachers

Teacher Assistants

Teacher Aides

Volunteer Classroom Aides

SUPERVISES INDIRECTLY:
No one

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Board of School Inspectors of School District 86, Will County, Illinois, and the Council #86 of the American Federation of Teachers
- Local 604 of School District #86 found on the following link:
Teachers Contract

* Maximum 10 years of full-time Certified Teaching Experience

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR LICENSE:

* Valid State of Illinois Professional Educator License with Visual Arts and /or Self-Contained General Education or Required Endorsement.

* Highly proficient in at least one art medium.

* Thoroughly familiar with good Visual Arts methods, literature, and books that pertain to elementary schools.

* Thoroughly familiar with all the art concepts and the teaching techniques thereof.

* Demonstrated capabilities in leadership, public and community relations, and academic competence.

* Applicant must possess effective behavior management skills.

* Applicant must be able to structure a classroom to maximize student learning.

* Applicant must be able to establish effective communication skills with a variety of stakeholders.

AUTHORITIES:

* To implement all District policies and Departmental procedures as they relate to the classroom.

* To direct and supervise the conduct of all students in the classroom.

* To requisition all necessary instructional materials and supplies necessary to complete the elementary visual arts program (as per Fine Arts department procedures).

* To recommend changes and improvements in the curriculum to the Coordinator of Fine Arts.

* Assignment of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Create and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning.

* Guarantee that every child shall have an equal opportunity to develop any artistic talent he or she has.

* Instruct children.

* Inspire and motivate students to achieve the maximum of their capabilities in learning new skills and to absorb knowledge.

* Encourage each child and help them to develop a sense of worth, dignity, purpose, and self-discipline.

* Implement the various programs designed to achieve the educational objectives of the District.

* Seek assistance from building-level administration and/or the Coordinator of Fine Arts, as may be necessary, in case of behavioral problems.

* Keep accurate records for each child as may be required by the Coordinator of Fine Arts, the Principal, and the District.

* Requisition through the Office of the Coordinator of Fine Arts instructional materials and supplies as they are required, per Fine Arts department guidelines.

* Attend meetings called by the Coordinator of Fine Arts or Principal(s).

* Attend Fine Arts department events as assigned by the Coordinator of Fine Arts.

* Follow all Fine Arts Department guidelines and procedures as outlined by the Coordinator of Fine Arts.

* Conduct ongoing professional communication with parents of students, including parent-teacher conferences.

* Assume other responsibilities and duties as may be assigned by the Coordinator of Fine Arts in keeping with the policies of District 86.

* Participate in in-service training programs authorized by the District Superintendent.

* Participate in workshops and clinics as assigned by the Coordinator of Fine Arts.

* Develop and prepare a personal plan for continued professional growth.

* Seek assistance from the Coordinator of Fine Arts, Principal(s), other Administrators, Fine Arts Faculty peers, consultants, or other specialists to improve teaching abilities, skills, and management techniques.

* Perform other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Coordinator or Designee.

COMMUNICATION

SKILLS:

* Strong…