Dayton Intermediate​/8th Grade Art Teacher

Dayton Intermediate 7/8th Grade Art Teacher 2025/26

Apply for the Dayton Intermediate 7/8th Grade Art Teacher 2025/26 position at Lyon County School District.

Salary: $49,764 – $89,318 annually, including employer-paid retirement (based on prior experience).

Location:

Dayton Intermediate, Yerington, NV

Date posted: 3/17/2025
Closing date:
Open until filled

Date available:

Aug 2025

The teacher will implement appropriate educational curriculum based on the Nevada Academic Content State Standards and the Lyon County School District approved curriculum. The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals. This person will adhere to the LCSD Professional Standards as outlined in policy and the CBA, and report directly to the school site administrator.

• Administer district curriculum aligned with Nevada State Standards and upcoming Common Core State Standards.
• Ensure respectful learning environment for all students.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Develop and implement effective lessons using the LCSD lesson plan template.
• Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with IEPs and other special services requirements.
• Provide classroom management and discipline ensuring safety at all times.
• Actively contribute to the School Performance Plan (SPP) process.
• Ensure compliance with assessment regulations and guidelines.
• Develop a classroom climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
• Handle stress and interact professionally with administration, staff, parents, and community.
• Integrate technology into instructional programs, curriculum, and lessons.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in student software system (e.g., Infinite Campus).
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities as assigned.
• Maintain regular and consistent punctuality and attendance.

• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide elementary classroom instruction.
• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guide learning process toward achievement of curriculum and student goals.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with objectives.
• Collaborate with other faculty and staff.
• Maintain accurate and complete records per law and district policy.
• Improve professional competence through continued education and in-service training.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in written, oral, and non-verbal terms.
• Perform other assigned duties as directed by the site administrator/supervisor.

Education and Training: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Licenses and Certifications: Must possess or be able to acquire a Nevada teaching license issued by the Nevada Department of Education and be certified in the relevant subject area.

Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods. Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, student work, and other materials. Some reaching for items above and below waist and head level;

some bending, squatting, and stooping necessary. Manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer and other educational technology (LCD projector, Smart Board, iPads/Tablets, etc.) to enhance student learning. Light lifting (up to 25 pounds) may occasionally be required. In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability.

Exposure to climate-controlled classroom settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. May involve exposure to…