What are the responsibilities and job description for the ART TEACHER - BAY AREA - 25/26 SCHOOL YEAR position at Aspire Public Schools?

Description

We are now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 School Year in Aspire's Bay Area Schools.

If you're considering applying, we highly encourage you to upload any relevant documents you possess. This proactive step will significantly expedite the credentialing process. Our credentialing department will be able to swiftly verify your status and provide any necessary assistance throughout your credentialing journey.

Keep a look out for email communication from an Aspire representative and thank you for considering Aspire!

1. Non-Credentialed- transcripts, passing test scores, intern eligibility letters.

2. Credentialing Program- transcripts, passing test scores, appeasement letter.

3. Intern Credential- transcripts, passing test scores, intern program documentation.

4. Preliminary Credential- upload copy of your credential and / or include your credential number.

5. Clear Credential- upload a copy of your credential and / or include your credential number.

ABOUT ASPIRE

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998-in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through-Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

JOB SUMMARY

The Art Teacher provides a high quality, personalized education program in general children's art.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college

Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines

Assess students regularly and analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs

Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices

Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress

Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students' education

Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged

Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches

Maintain accurate student records including attendance

Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs

Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior

Additional :

Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior

Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies :

Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles

Knowledge of subject matter, including California State Standards and subject-specific frameworks

Knowledge of assessments

Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices

Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data

Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices

Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community

Minimum educational level :

Bachelor's degree required

Single subject : Art authorization required; Including English learner authorization required.

Experience required :

At least one school year of successful service in a certificated position

Physical requirements :

Stand, walk or bend over, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, grasp, push, and pull. Move, lift and / or carry up to 30 pounds to shoulder height

Repetitive use of hands (i.e. fine manipulation, simple grasping, and power grasping)

Demonstrate normal depth perception

Sitting, walking or standing for extended periods of time

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, operate standard office equipment, and use a telephone

See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids

Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone with or without auditory aides

Work authorization requirements :

Clear the Department of Justice background screening

Authorized to work in the United States

Provide health (TB) clearance (must be renewed every four years)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those in a normal office, classroom / school setting which one might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work indoors in a standard office environment, computer lab, and / or classroom environment

Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments

Exposure to dust, oils, and cleaning chemicals

Some exposure to childhood and other diseases in a school environment

May be required to work outside of typical work days and office hours to meet operational deadlines

Compensation : Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance / long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program.

Our salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is $70,013- $125,368.

Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

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Salary : $70,013 - $125,368

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