Probationary Art Teacher - Transit Middle

Probationary Art Teacher - Transit Middle

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Art classroom teacher, responsible for instruction of the 5th – 8th grade curriculum.
• Creating a positive learning environment.
• Developing long- and short-range plans.
• Implementing plans effectively.
• Formative and summative assessment of student progress.
• Administrative duties such as attendance and parent communication.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid New York State teaching certificate in Art.
• Demonstrated successful classroom experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to motivate and instruct students in developing problem‑solving skills.

ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS:

• Demonstrated ability to work with peers.
• Demonstrated ability to work with supervisors.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and instruct students in developing problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated evidence of a desire to create a classroom that is flexible and student‑centered.
• Demonstrated evidence of a willingness to work as a member of a cooperative team.
• Demonstrated evidence of a willingness to work cooperatively with special education teachers.
• Demonstrated evidence of incorporating differentiated instruction in planning a lesson/unit.
• Demonstrated evidence of effective communication skills, written and oral.
• Demonstrated evidence of effective interpersonal skills with students, faculty, support staff, and parents.
• Demonstrated evidence of knowledge of NYS Regents/Standards and ability to plan lessons for Regents‑level courses.
• Demonstrated evidence of exceptional effective classroom management skills.
• Demonstrated evidence of a knowledge of technology and its application in the classroom.
• Demonstrated evidence of a proven ability to effectively organize.
• Demonstrated evidence of a proficiency in modifying curriculum to meet the needs of special‑education students and advanced learners.
• Demonstrated evidence of an ability to reflect and contemplate on one’s teaching, allowing for growth and excellence.
• Demonstrated experience, or knowledge of, working with at‑risk students.

PREFERRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Demonstrated evidence of a willingness to contribute within and outside the department if called upon (e.g., advisor, chaperone, club).

ANNUAL SALARY: $44,840 – $53,700 per WTA contract