Art Teacher--Middle School

PLATTSMOUTH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Plattsmouth Community Schools in Nebraska is seeking an Art Teacher to inspire students in visual arts, from drawing and painting to art history, and to exhibit student work in school and community spaces.

The role requires planning engaging lessons, assessing progress, maintaining records, and involving families while adhering to district curriculum and safety standards. Nebraska state certification is required.

Qualifications

• Nebraska State Certification as an Art Teacher or as required for position.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school art curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Teaches art knowledge and skills to secondary pupils per board of education guidance.
• Assesses student skills and progress and prepares progress reports.
• Plans art displays and exhibitions to showcase student work.
• Maintains accurate records of student activities, achievement and attendance.
• Encourages parental involvement and communicates progress and expectations.
• Uses safe practices and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Stays current with developments through seminars and professional development.

Skills

Curriculum development

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related teaching discipline

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Purpose

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.

Art Teacher

Position Purpose

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.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school art curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as 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 student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time.
• Instructs pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art classes.
• Evaluates each pupil's performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings, 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 or professional meetings, or by 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 school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Certification/License

• Nebraska State Certification as an Art Teacher or as required for position.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level and/or subject is a plus.

FLSA Status: Exempt