Art Teacher

The Academy Charter School; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 62,500 - 77,500; Full time

Job summary

The Academy Charter School in New York is seeking a dedicated Art Teacher to lead an interdisciplinary arts program in a technology-rich environment, aligned to state standards. The role focuses on challenging students and connecting theory with practice.

You will integrate technology tools for instruction, collaborate with other teachers, and support student portfolios while emphasizing art history and design. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• New York State Art Teacher Certification is preferred.
• Urban teaching experience with a record of high student achievement is required.
• Knowledge of art and design concepts across media and art history.
• Broad range of knowledge in mediums including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, collage, design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Create a rigorous, objective-driven arts program aligned to state standards.
• Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication to keep students engaged.
• Eagerly learn new uses and applications of technology tools.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to create interdisciplinary units through the arts.
• Promote student self-expression and exploration while deepening knowledge in art, design, and art history.
• Incorporate art history in engaging, meaningful ways tied to objectives.
• Measure student achievement using formative and summative assessments.
• Provide timely feedback to students on progress toward goals.
• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, colleagues and administrators.
• Assist students in developing, maintaining, and evaluating portfolios.

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York State Art Teacher Certification

Urban teaching experience with high student achievement

Art knowledge across media and history

Broad range of mediums: drawing, painting, sculpture, etc.

Job description

Description

The Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology-rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice. The Academy's focus on character development and community service cultivates a student body poised to be active, engaged, and responsible members of the community. The Academy employs a committed staff whose teaching and high academic and behavioral expectations promote the excellence for which the Academy is known, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Use the state standards and curriculum to create a rigorous and objective-driven arts program
• Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication and ensure student engagement
• Eagerly learn new uses and applications of technology tools
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to create interdisciplinary units that teach grade level content knowledge and skills through the arts
• Promote students self-expression and exploration while deepening their knowledge and understanding of art, design and art history
• Incorporate art history in ways that are engaging and meaningful to students and objectives
• Measure student achievement and progress towards learning objectives using the school’s formative and summative assessment tools
• Provide ongoing and timely feedback to students on their progress towards meeting expectations and achieving goal
• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, colleagues and administrators
• Establish, involve, and assist students in the development, maintenance, and evaluation of portfolios

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $62,500 - $77,500. Base pay offered may vary within the posted range based on several factors, including but not limited to education, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Academy is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors Degree required
• New York State Art Teacher Certification preferred
• Urban teaching experience required with a record of high student achievement
• Knowledge of art and design concepts, a variety of media and materials, and broad range of art history
• Possess broad range of knowledge in a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, collage, design, and construction

Salary Description: $62,500 - $77,500