Trauma-Informed Art Teacher (7th-12th Grade)

Southwick Regional School; Southwick (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwick Regional School in Southwick, MA is seeking an experienced 7th-12th Grade Art Teacher to support SEL practices and interventions. The role reports to the Building Principal and requires DESE certification at the appropriate grade level with at least 5 years of teaching experience.

Responsibilities include promoting a positive climate, coordinating behavior practices, and leading curriculum initiatives with district teams and parents.

Qualifications

• DESE certification at the appropriate grade level for the position.
• At least 5 years of teaching experience at the appropriate level.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• To support and promote the social-emotional learning of all students through a trauma-informed lens.
• To coordinate and monitor student behavior practices.
• To serve as a resource for faculty, coaches, counselors, and support staff.
• To provide support and social-emotional education for the community of parents.
• To assist in developing and maintaining a positive school climate that encourages orderly student conduct.
• To promote a feeling of unity and spirit among the student body.
• To provide leadership/support as needed to teacher meeting groups such as PLCs, Data, 504, and IEP.
• To assist the Building Principal and staff in implementing the school’s curricular and long-range goals.
• To develop, implement, and evaluate school programs in collaboration with district committees and other parent/community groups as appropriate.
• To provide support and monitoring of assessment data and trends.
• To effectively communicate with all outside agencies.
• To perform any other duties assigned by the Building Principal.

Skills

Teaching experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

DESE certification at appropriate grade level

Job description

Southwick Regional School in Southwick, MA is seeking an experienced 7th-12th Grade Art Teacher to support SEL practices and interventions. The role reports to the Building Principal and requires DESE certification at the appropriate grade level with at least 5 years of teaching experience.

Responsibilities include promoting a positive climate, coordinating behavior practices, and leading curriculum initiatives with district teams and parents.