Art Teacher (9-12)

Job Summary

The CSAT teacher is responsible for communicating knowledge to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner. The teacher must use a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources to present material to students. The teacher will work as a team member, sharing common planning, professional development, curriculum design, and teaching responsibilities.

• Administer different forms of student assessments.
• Communicate with parents and other team members about student progress.
• Plan for further instruction.

Curriculum

• Implement school and district policies and procedures.
• Implement CSAT school performance standards.
• Collaborate with team on curriculum and students needs.
• Create and work toward ongoing communication with parents.
• Work on curriculum development, in addition to implementation.
• Integrate technology into instructional program and demonstrate professional use.
• Act as a coach/mentor to other teachers on the team in areas of personal expertise.

Instruction

• Differentiate instruction to accommodate the needs of the student populations.
• Establish, nurture, and manage student-directed classrooms in which students are working both independently and in groups to supplement and enhance the curriculum.
• Create and use rubrics for instruction and assessment for evaluating products and performances.
• Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication.
• Learn new uses and applications of technology tools.

Classroom Management and Family/School Involvement

• Create and manage a responsive learning environment that enables students to feel safe, to be creative, and to develop to their full potential.
• Develop family-school relationships that foster the academic and social development of the child.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Must have completed Bachelors in Education degree program and have completed all required student teaching experiences.
• Must have at least two years of classroom experience with a satisfactory rating.
• Must have three (3) positive recommendations from professional individuals.
• Strong background in classroom instruction and pedagogical skills.
• Highly organized and independent worker with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• PLC model experience (Professional Learning Communities).
• Superior skills to work with others and the ability of being a team player.

Position Specific Qualifications

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator) and web-based graphic design tools (Canva).
• Prior instructional experience with these platforms.
• Experience with digital photography (DSLR and Photo Editing).
• Experience in differentiating instruction for varied skill levels and learning styles.
• A strong personal portfolio demonstrating skill and fluency with digital art forms.

Additional Job Information

• Proof of certification required.
• Salary: $43,000 - $55,000.
• Appointment Status: Permanent.
• Position Status: Full time.
• Start Date: ASAP.
• Required Certification Type: Art {6010}.
• Contact Person's Name: Chad Witherell.
• Contact Person's Email: cwitherell@csat-k12.org.
• Job Posting Link: View Attachment.