Art Teacher-Clyde Boyd Middle School 2026-2027

Job Description

Position available for the  school year

Position Title:

Art Teacher

305 West 35 Street

Sand Springs, OK 74063

Reports to:

Principal and/or other Supervisor (Dakota Nealy, Principal)

Status:
Exempt

• Oklahoma State Certification as an Art Teacher or as required for the position.
• Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to the teaching assignment.
• OSBI background check

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.

• 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 best utilize the 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 course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Provides instruction by which pupils develop aesthetic concepts and appreciation and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art, art appreciation, and what constitutes art.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Demonstrates drawing, painting, and modeling techniques using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced instruction, demonstration, and working time program.
• Instruct pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art classes.
• Evaluates each pupil's performance, knowledge, and aesthetic understanding growth and prepares progress reports.
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupils' work for the school and the community. May sponsor exhibits from outside.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, professional meetings or 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 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.
• Follows SDE Academic Standards for each appropriate grade level.
• Other duties as assigned

Note:

The above description illustrates tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive in every task or responsibility.

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

• Knowledge of current art instructional teaching methods and educational pedagogy and differentiation of instruction based on student learning styles.
• Knowledge of art curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and…