Art / Makerspace Teacher

Are you passionate about helping vulnerable children find success in an educational setting? Then we may have a place for you on our team!

Children’s Institute for Learning Differences (CHILD) is 501(c)(3) non-profit agency located in Renton, Washington.

Our mission is to provide innovative school programs, therapies, and training that promote social, emotional, and academic development for children with special needs. At CHILD, the focus is on developing a set of durable core strengths: increased levels of self-regulation, an increased ability to maintain relationships, and increased coping skills to help children achieve ongoing resilience. CHILD employs a project-based curative curriculum with integrated arts, videography, and outdoor education.

If this is the type of work that sparks your passion, CHILD is currently hiring for the following position:

Art/Makerspace Teacher: This is a full-time, year-round position (2080 hours per year). Must be available 7:30-4:30 M-F.

This position is responsible for planning and implementing programming of an inclusive Art /Makerspace program to support the creative, academic, emotional, social, and behavioral growth of students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Specialization or experience in special education, particularly working with students with diverse learning needs and disabilities.

· Positively support the school’s model of care, policies and practices, and work collaboratively in a professional organization.

· Knowledge of different art forms, techniques, and materials, and the ability to adapt and modify art activities to meet individual student needs.

· Understanding of various disabilities and familiarity with strategies and accommodations that support students with special needs in the art classroom.

· Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues.

· Ability and willingness to collaborate with our Media and Music departments, including both individual and all-school video and live productions.

· Patience, empathy, and a passion for empowering students with special needs through art education.

· Organizational skills to plan and manage individualized lessons, adapt to changing needs, and maintain accurate records.

· Competency using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

· Experience using iMovie, Final Cut or similar video editing tools for video production preferred.

· Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas

· Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different, or changing requirements

· Maintain confidentiality and security of information.

· Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Develop and implement art lessons that are tailored to meet the needs of students K- 12thgrade with special needs, taking into consideration their individual abilities, interests, and IEP goals.

· Adapt teaching strategies and materials to accommodate various learning styles and disabilities, including but not limited to autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, and emotional/behavioral disorders.

· Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages creativity, self-confidence, and positive social interactions among students.

· Provide individualized attention and guidance to students during art activities, offering assistance and adaptations as needed to ensure their success and engagement.

· Incorporate sensory experiences and assistive technologies to facilitate student participation and understanding.

· Collaborate with special education teachers, therapists, and support staff to align art lessons with students' academic, social, and emotional goals.

· Assess student progress through informal observations, portfolios, and formal evaluations, and maintain accurate records of student achievements and challenges.

· Attend IEP meetings and contribute to the development and review of students' IEPs, providing insights and recommendations regarding art-related goals and accommodations.

· Stay informed about current best practices, research, and resources in the field of special education and art education, continuously seeking professional development opportunities.

BENEFITS:

· Generous PTO

· Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision for Employee

· 401(k) plan with company match

· Long term disability

· Employer Paid Life Insurance

· Flex Spending

· Free Parking

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here 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 will frequently be required to reach, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, handle/grasp, talk, and hear. The employee will occasionally be required to stand, walk, run, sit, climb stairs, lift and reach overhead, twist torso and neck, and fine motor manipulation. The employee will occasionally be required to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds. The employee will occasionally be required to push/pull a maximum weight of 100 pounds.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status. Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Renton, WA 98055 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Renton, WA 98055: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000