Art Teacher 4th-8th Grade

About the role

BASIS Charter Schools embrace subject expertise and passion in the classroom! Our teachers are part of one of the nation’s most collaborative and professional learning communities. All of our schools use the acclaimed BASIS Charter School Curriculum. At the same time, our teachers are given the autonomy and academic freedom to teach in the manner that suits them. They choose how best to create dynamic lessons that foster student enthusiasm for new ideas and high-level learning. They help guide students to reach their greatest potential while preparing them for the demands of higher education, a rewarding career, and global citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade specific lesson plans
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students' education is internationally competitive
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to further develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like-minded professionals passionate about education
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students' academic and career success
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students
• Support the execution of non-instructional functions, such as “Early Bird,” “Late Bird,” and lunch
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter (or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with other degree)
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter or education
• 2+ years teaching/education experience

Qualifications

Preferably, candidates should have:

• A bachelor's degree in the subject area
• Experience teaching the subject area
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for education and a desire to inspire students

Skills

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade specific lesson plans
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students' education is internationally competitive
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to further develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like-minded professionals passionate about education
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students' academic and career success
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students
• Support the execution of non-instructional functions, such as “Early Bird,” “Late Bird,” and lunch
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students

Benefits

BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Ability to add dependents
• 401k with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Pay

The salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically full-time, with a flexible workday to accommodate the needs of both students and teachers.