Art Specialist - School Age Program

Brightway Living & Learning; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Paid time off

Job summary

Brightway Living & Learning on Long Island is seeking a certified Art Teacher to deliver inclusive art instruction across classrooms and SAP sites. You will develop curricula aligned with NYS Art standards and assess student progress while maintaining detailed session notes.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master’s in Art with NYS Teacher Certification, experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with NYS Teacher Certification in Art.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities required.
• Creative arts skills and ability to use basic materials.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts art classes in assigned classrooms and schedules.
• May travel to SAP locations to conduct classes.
• Independently develops and implements curriculum consistent with NYS requirements for Art.
• Develops and implements student art assessments consistent with NYS requirements for Art.
• Prepares session notes and plans and implements art sessions according to program policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively with classroom staff using thematic units.
• Prepares IEP goals consistent with Learning Standards.
• Documents all sessions according to procedures established by the program.
• Communicates with parents regarding student progress via flyer, newsletter, or meetings.
• Attends and completes required training and in-services; presents in-services to staff.
• Manages materials, supplies and equipment for art instruction and ensures availability.
• Displays student artwork throughout classrooms and schools.
• Leads SAP-related art projects as requested.
• Creates and maintains bulletin boards or program displays.
• Creates art activities for special instructional purposes as needed.
• Works with individual students to maintain ratio and provide push-in services.
• Collaborates with Therapists to facilitate cooperative learning.

Skills

Art degree

NY Art Cert

Interpersonal skills

Creative arts

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Art

NY State Teacher Certificate in Art

Job description

Full-Time, Salary $44,500 - $82,500/year

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our \"All Ways Forward\" approach at brightwayny.org.

What you bring to Brightway:

• Must possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree and NYS Teacher Certification in Art.


• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.


• Ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities is required.


• Must possess creative arts skills and ability to properly use basic and readily available materials.


• Must possess good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

What You Will Do:

• Conducts art classes to all classrooms as assigned and scheduled.


• May be required to travel to multiple School Age Program (SAP) locations to conduct classes.


• Independently develops and implements curriculum consistent with the NYS requirements for Art.


• Develops and implements student art assessments consistent with NYS requirements for Art.


• Prepares session notes and plans and implements art sessions according to program policies and procedures.


• Works collaboratively with classroom staff using thematic units.


• Prepares IEP goals consistent with the Learning Standards.


• Documents all sessions according to procedures established by the program.


• Communicates with the parents in the program regarding the progress of students. Communications shall be by flyer, newsletter, letter to parents, attendance at parent meetings, etc. at intervals prescribed by the program.


• Attends and successfully completes all required training and in-services.


• Presents and teaches in-services to staff as requested.


• Manages materials, supplies and equipment necessary for proper art instruction. Ensures that materials, supplies, and equipment are available as necessary and are properly used.


• Facilitates and is responsible for displaying student artwork throughout the respective classrooms and schools.


• Expected to lead and manage SAP-related art projects as requested.


• Creates and maintains bulletin boards or program displays as assigned.


• Creates art instructional activity for special instructional purposes or for specific students as needed (i.e., art activities to support social skills or thematic unit, or for use as reinforcement).


• Works with individual students as needed to maintain ratio. Provides a push in service and will not be assigned to a specific classroom, unless advised by a supervisor to use a particular location.


• Collaborates with the other Therapists (Speech therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Phys Ed, Music, Technology) routinely to facilitate cooperative learning and building on other skills.


• Assists with bus duty, lunch coverage, committees for building climate/staff morale and graduation and other duties as assigned.


• Assures that seasonal decorations are displayed in the program and /or site.


• Be familiar with and perform job duties in accordance with all agency and program policies and procedures.

What you Must Be Able To Do:

• Modify the area to secure the safety of the children i.e. move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs


• Lift/move 20 lbs (mats)


• Run after student up to 500 feet


• Run to a classroom in need up to 500 feet


• Kneel, twist and bend


• Respond to fire alarms

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.


• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.


• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.


• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.


• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.


• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.


• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.


• And More: Paid time off for school breaks

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient


• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic


• A good communicator and team player


• Passionate about making a difference

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family!

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.

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