Description

About FirstLine Schools

In 1998, FirstLine Schools started the first charter school in New Orleans. FirstLine now operates several (Pre)K-8th grade schools. Our mission is to create and inspire great, open admissions public schools in New Orleans. Our faculty is a diverse and talented group dedicated to our students’ success and to their own growth as teachers. Our schools are led by leaders who hold themselves accountable for student achievement and teacher development.

FirstLine’s Vision Of Teaching Excellence

We develop teachers at FirstLine by focusing on excellence in teaching. To do so, we coach teachers and center professional development on our Vision of Excellence in Teaching rubric the components of which include:

• On Task (Maintaining high expectations and maximizing instructional time)
• Essential Content (Planning effectively)
• Cognitive Engagement (Maintaining High Academic Expectations and Building Thinking Skills)
• Demonstration of Learning (Leading Instruction, Checking for Understanding, Responding to Student Misunderstanding)
• Community of Learners (Establishing Expectations and Responding to Student Behaviors)

Position Summary

FirstLine Schools is currently seeking an Art Teacher. The Art Teacher will be responsible for implementing a robust arts curriculum across a wide range of learners. 

Key Responsibilities:

The Art Teacher will work with the school to:

• Ensure the planning and design of lessons that are aligned with Louisiana Arts Content Standards
• Work collaboratively with classroom teacher(s) to successfully implement integrated instruction in the arts program
• Instruct students in the elements and principles of design through disciplines such as drawing, painting and sculpture
• Encourage student creativity and create exhibits of student artwork 
• Assess needs of students and evaluate student achievement and learning in art. Create and utilize alternative assessment tools. 
• Establishes effective classroom routines and manages students effectively without disruptions (redirect inappropriate behavior)
• Inspires and invests students in achieving their goals and in believing that goals are achieved through effort and not innate abilities
• Participate in faculty committees and professional development as required.
• Actively participate in the continuing development of school-wide curriculum, school structures, and school culture as we expand to full capacity
• Seeks out and constructively responds to feedback from and engages in problem-solving with others

Requirements

Education & Experience:

•  2 or more years of lead teaching (as the teacher of record) (highly preferred)
•  Demonstrated success working with students in an urban, open admissions school
• A BA or BS
• A strong background in and command of content area
• Louisiana Teacher Certification Completed or in progress (or be eligible to hold for our out-of-state applicants)

Desired Qualities & Characteristics:

•  Believe in every student’s ability to achieve in a rigorous college or career prep curriculum
•  Achieve results based on agreed-upon expectations
•  Take personal responsibility
•  Highly detail-oriented
•  Collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders
•  Share a commitment to creating great schools in New Orleans
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills
•  Model the FirstLine commitments:
• We Keep Learning
• We Work Together
• We are Helpful
• We are the Safekeepers of our Community
• We Share Joy
• We Show Results 

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform all required job functions with reasonable accommodations, if necessary.

TEACHER reports to: School Principal/Assistant Principal

How to Apply: Please apply online via: http://www.firstlineschools.org/careers

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. FirstLine Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package with a generous 403b plan.

FirstLine Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.