Art Teacher

Art Teacher – MASON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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 skills necessary for assigned tasks; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

• Develops and administers school art curriculum consistent with district goals and objectives.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to make best use of 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 adopted curriculum.
• Provides instruction to help pupils develop aesthetic concepts and appreciation, and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, modifying instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs; provides 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 community; may sponsor exhibits from outside.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learns of current developments in education 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 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.

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

Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teachers' Unit Contract.

• Knowledge of current art instructional teaching methods and educational pedagogy, and ability to differentiate instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of art curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation regarding performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Work in standard office and school building environments.

• Kentucky State Certification as an Art Teacher or as required for the position.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching.

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level and/or subject is a plus.

Exempt