Teacher of Art ( Photography)

South Orange Maplewood School District; Maplewood (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical and dental insurance

State pension

Paid sick and personal days

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Zusammenfassung

South Orange - Maplewood Public Schools is seeking an art teacher to educate high school students (grades 9–12). The role requires NJ Art certification, tech-savvy instruction with film and digital cameras, and experience with AP Art History or honors courses.

The position offers a 10-month contract with progression based on education and experience, including tuition reimbursement and pension participation. Internal applicants only.

Qualifikationen

• New Jersey Teacher of Art Certificate or eligibility.
• Bachelor's Degree required; teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in art subject area and technology as a tool.
• Background check clearance and U.S. citizenship or residency.

Aufgaben

• Implements instruction to meet student needs and goals.
• Creates a conducive classroom environment for learning and growth.
• Guides learning toward curriculum objectives.
• Uses appropriate instructional methods and materials.
• Assesses student progress and reports on it.
• Identifies students needing support services.
• Communicates with colleagues, students and parents.
• Maintains high expectations for performance and behavior.
• Participates in professional development and meetings.
• Maintains professional competence and uses technology for communication.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technology as instructional tool

Ausbildung

New Jersey Teacher of Art Certificate

Bachelor's Degree

Eligibility for NJ Instructional Certificate

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

Film and digital cameras

Jobbeschreibung

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The primary goal of the position is to teach visual art to students, grades 9-12

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. New Jersey Teacher of Art Certificate required.
• 2. Mastery of technical skills related to operating film and digital cameras.
• 3. Experience teaching AP Art History and other high-level art honors courses.
• 4. Experience working in Black and White Darkrooms.
• 5. Experience working with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
• 6. Experience printing with pigment inkjet printers and color profiles.
• 7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• 8. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status

Starting Salary Range:

• Bachelor's Degree: $70,000 - 100,315

Key Highlights

• Clear progression based on experience and educational attainment
• Substantial salary increases for advanced degrees
• Top-tier salaries reaching six figures for experienced educators

Benefits

• Medical, and dental insurance
• Participation in the NJ state pension system
• Paid sick and personal days
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Life insurance

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE TEACHER

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• New Jersey Instructional Certificate or eligibility.
• Teaching experience preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated knowledge in subject area.
• Familiarity with use of technology as instructional tool.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Required criminal background check
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrantstatus.

REPORTS TO

Principal

JOB GOAL(S)

To provide instructional leadership in the classroom in accordance with the course of study approved by the Board of Education approved curriculum.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Implements instruction to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• 2. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• 3. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.
• 4. Employs instructional methods and available materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• 5. Assesses the performance of students on a continuing basis and provides progress reports as required.
• 6. Identifies students who require additional support services.
• 7. Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents.
• 8. Maintains high expectations for student performance and behavior.
• 9. Engages in professional development activities, which enhances instructional practices.
• 10. Participates in appropriate building and district meetings.
• 11. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• 12. Uses technology for communication purposes.
• 13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS OF THE POSITION

To maintain effective relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators and appropriate community groups.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

10 Months
Salary as per SOMEA Agreement

Internal applicants only.

Please note: Substitutes, coaches, and consultants are not internal applicants.

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