Cultural Arts Teacher

Global Leadership Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Leadership Academy in Philadelphia seeks a Cultural Arts Teacher to provide direct instruction and develop lesson plans and curriculum materials that support the educational development of students. The role emphasizes strong communication, interpersonal skills, and organization to foster a positive learning environment.

The teacher collaborates with staff, communicates with parents, assesses student learning, and maintains accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
• Education certification preferred
• Able to work extended schedule
• Proven ability to work with children, adults and parents
• Experience with diverse population including low to moderate-income families
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to analyze raw data and develop goals for students

Responsibilities

• Work with students in small groups and large groups
• Collaborates daily in regards to student progress
• Acts as a resource person to teachers, scholars and parents
• Consults with school administrators, parents and other interested parties in the development and implementation of individual scholar plans
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
• Maintain accurate records
• Identifying the educational needs of scholars and altering instruction to meet student needs
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement
• Employ strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need
• Other duties as assigned by CEO or Principal**

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Multitasking

Data analysis

Diversity experience

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in human services

Education Certification preferred

Job description

Cultural Arts Teacher

Ten (10) month position, salaried

Position Summary

Cultural Arts Teachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to all scholars. Cultural Arts Teachers are responsible for the development of lesson plans and curriculum materials used to support the educational development of children. The teacher is responsible for demonstrating strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, as well as good organizational ability.

Job Description

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Position Title: Cultural Arts Teacher

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer and Principal

Term: Ten (10) month position, salaried

Position Summary

Cultural Arts Teachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to all scholars. Cultural Arts Teachers are responsible for the development of lesson plans and curriculum materials used to support the educational development of children. The teacher is responsible for demonstrating strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, as well as good organizational ability.

General Responsibilities

• Work with students in small groups and large groups
• Collaborates daily in regards to student progress
• Acts as a resource person to teachers, scholars and parents
• Consults with school administrators, parents and other interested parties in the development and implementation of individual scholar plans
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
• Maintain accurate records
• Identifying the educational needs of scholars and altering instruction to meet student needs
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement
• Employ strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need
• Other duties as assigned by CEO or Principal**

Qualifications

• Education Certification preferred
• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and preferably a Master's Degree in the human services field
• Ability and willingness to work an extended schedule
• Proven ability to work well with children, adults and parents
• Demonstrated ability to analyze raw data and develop goals for students
• Experience working with a diverse population including low to moderate-income families.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties required

Knowledge

• The community served by the school
• Modification and Accommodation Implementation
• Conflict resolution skills
• School policies and procedures
• State and Federal rules and regulations

Abilities

• Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward scholars
• Establish and accurately maintain a variety of files and record keeping systems
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Perform a variety of clerical functions
• Deal with sensitive material in a confidential manner
• Establish and maintain co-operative relationships with those contacted during the performance of required duties, including school personnel, students, parents and the community
• Maintain regular attendance
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing.
• Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy
• Develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of handicapping conditions
• Ability to prepare lesson plans and organize a meaningful instructional program
• Modify the general education curriculum for special-needs students, based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
• Ability to evaluate critically the educational achievements of students and to give assignments according to their interests and ability
• Demonstrate the ability to exercise patience, caring and concern in new and sometimes stressful situations