Traveling Art Teacher - Bridgeway, Parkwood, and Willow Brook (55.2% FTE) - 2026-2027 School Year (One-Year Position

Traveling Art Teacher

Position

Purpose:

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 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and administers school art curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and develops lessons that result in learning experiences that utilize the available instructional time.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, art history, and three-dimensional art, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.
• Provides instruction on art concepts and appreciation.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs.
• Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing and painting.
• Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time.
• Instructs students in use of tools and art related equipment.
• Evaluates each student's performance and growth in knowledge and assesses student learning.
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit students' work for the school and the community.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field by attending professional development, workshops or department/district meetings, and/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.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and their parents/guardians.
• Ensures that student behavior conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student conduct needed to achieve a positive learning atmosphere.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, art materials, and other supplies/equipment.

Additional Duties:
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal(s).

Travel Requirements:
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Additional FTE will be implemented for travel time between schools, if applicable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current art instructional teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of art curriculum and concepts.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications.
• Ability to organize and coordinate instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents/guardians.
• 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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or masters degree from an accredited college or university.
• Missouri Art K-12 Certification.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and student success.

Work Hours:

7.25 hours per day; 5 days per week

Work calendar: 189 days  calendar)

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Salary:
Commensurate with years of full-time teaching experience.