POSITION TITLE: ART TEACHER
LOCATION: BRISTOL ARTS AND INNOVATION MAGNET SCHOOL/BRISTOL PREPARATORY ACADEMY
DEPARTMENT: TEACHER
REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL
SUMMARY: To develop in each pupil an interest in and the ability for creative expression in visual terms using skills and techniques of artistic expression appropriate to the pupil’s interests and abilities; to develop aesthetic understandings and appreciations; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of art.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including mac/digital technology, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Provides instruction by which pupils develop aesthetic concepts and appreciations and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art and its connection to our global society and potential careers.
• Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting and modeling using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Develop instructional plans and organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and working time.
• Provides individual and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual and artistic abilities and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive studio environment.
• Instruct pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment.
• Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
• Evaluates each pupil’s performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings and prepares progress reports.
• Selects and requisitions instructional materials, tools, instructional aids and maintains required inventory records.
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupils’ work for the school and the community.
• May sponsor exhibits from outside the school.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
• Maintains an auditable record of pupil attendance and makes daily reports of pupils absent each period.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school or on a district level.
• Implements an individual education program for special needs students.
• Collaborate with community partners and resident artists to enhance student learning

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervises classroom and students (volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate). Performs general supervisory duties as scheduled.
Qualification RequirementsTo 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education And/Or ExperienceBachelor Degree.
(Masters Degree for certain positions).
Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsAdditional credits required for completion of certification requirements.
Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate (042, PK-12 Art).
Language SkillsAbility to read, analyze and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write memos, reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents and the general public.
Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Computer SkillsKnowledge and experience with standard hardware and software applications. Ability to use computers for E-mail, word processing, accounting, databases and presentations.
Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Other Skills And AbilitiesAbility to apply knowledge of current research and teaching competencies to instructional programs. Ability to plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents. Skill in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies and the code of professional responsibility for teachers.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to fifty (50) pounds, such as boxes of books and materials. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.

• THIS IS A SPLIT POSITION BETWEEN THE BRISTOL ARTS AND INNOVATION MAGNET SCHOOL AND THE BRISTOL PREPARATORY ACADEMY. IT IS A .5 POSITION THAT WILL RUN EVERY OTHER SCHOOL DAY.

SALARY: As per negotiated contract
DATE OF SERVICE: 2024-2025 School Year
APPLICATION: If you are currently employed by the Bristol Board of Education as a teacher, please complete an internal application online by 4:00 p.m. on June 7, 2024.
All others please fill out an online application at www.applitrack.com/bristol/onlineapp
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