Art Teacher (Photography, Graphic Arts)

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Topeka (KS); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Topeka Public Schools is seeking a dedicated art educator to maintain organized, student-centered classrooms and deliver content-rich, standards-based lessons. The teacher will assess students through data and use varied instructional strategies reflecting current best practices.

The role focuses on helping students appreciate art and express themselves creatively, using skills from drawing to art history while aligning with district curriculum and policies.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Kansas Teacher’s Certificate (endorsements preferred).
• ESOL Endorsement preferred.
• A completed credential file that meets the Topeka Public School standards.
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of willingness to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Aufgaben

• Teaches art knowledge and skills across crafts, drawing, painting, design and art history.
• Provides instruction to develop aesthetic concepts and qualitative judgments.
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions showcasing student work.
• Modifies teaching to meet individual student needs.
• Maintains a safe, positive learning environment and communicates high expectations.
• Integrates appropriate technology and district curriculum.

Kenntnisse

Art education

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree

Kansas Teacher’s Certificate

ESOL Endorsement

Tools

Technology integration

Jobbeschreibung

Position Purpose

Topeka Public Schools art educators demonstrate a commitment to learning for all students by maintaining organized, student-centered classrooms, by presenting content-rich and standards-based lessons and activities, by meeting individual needs through the use of assessments and data, and by using a variety of instructional strategies that are reflective of current best practices and research.

Reports To

Building Principal

Position Purpose

Topeka Public Schools art educators demonstrate a commitment to learning for all students by maintaining organized, student-centered classrooms, by presenting content-rich and standards-based lessons and activities, by meeting individual needs through the use of assessments and data, and by using a variety of instructional strategies that are reflective of current best practices and research. The art teacher helps pupils develop an appreciation for art and the ability to creatively express themselves by using skills and techniques of artistic expression.

Qualifications

• The minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Kansas Teacher’s Certificate (applicable level-area endorsements preferred).
• ESOL Endorsement preferred.
• A completed credential file that meets the Topeka Public School standards.
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Physical/Emotional Requirements

The incumbent may be required to use the skills and abilities outlined below during any part of the working day. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to interact with staff and to meet demands from several people. The employee is responsible for the work output of others. On occasion, the employee may be required to work extended hours.

Performance Responsibilities

• Teaches knowledge and skills in art (crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art)
• Provides instruction by which pupils develop aesthetic concepts and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art
• Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling by using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids
• Instructs pupils in the proper care and use of tools and equipment
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to showcase pupils’ work
• Sponsors exhibits outside the school
• Modifies teaching to meet individual student needs
• Communicates high expectations to all learners
• Seeks, listens, and responds appropriately to suggestions, requests, and concerns
• Incorporates use of appropriate technology
• Effectively implements the district-adopted curriculum
• Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design
• Uses a variety of research-based instructional practices and current resources that support instructional goals and student needs
• Models and facilitates higher-order thinking, problem solving, creativity, and flexibility
• Routinely integrates a variety of informal and formal assessments into instruction
• Creates a positive, inviting, and safe learning environment
• Communicates realistic and consistent expectations for student behavior and applies appropriate consequences
• Models enthusiasm for learning and teaching
• Treats students, patrons, and colleagues with dignity and respect
• Maintains confidentiality
• Uses monitoring techniques to facilitate learning
• Demonstrates knowledge of how subject matter/disciplines are integrated
• Demonstrates how subject matter is organized
• Communicates effectively and promotes positive interpersonal relationships
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during all activities
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day
• Oversees assigned budgets
• Supports the District’s educational mission for all students and implements all Board regulations and policies in a fair and equitable manner
• Performs other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the superintendent or designee may assign

Terms of Employment

9 months; salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board policy on evaluation of Certified Personnel.

Significant associations

The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrator/supervisor.