What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Teacher position at City Schools of Decatur?
POSITION TITLE: ART TEACHER
DEPARTMENT: Schools
REPORTS TO: Principal
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: 190 days
DATE REVIEWED: 03/2022
Salary And Benefits
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Maintains an up-to-date, in-field certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission; salary and length of contract to be established by the Board of Education.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Plan for and- provide appropriate culturally-responsive learning experiences and educational opportunities for each student assigned to the classroom based on Georgia Standards and the CSD Framework for Equitable Student Outcomes and provide a classroom environment that aligns with City Schools of Dectur’s commitment to equity ensuring that all students are safe, seen, and successful .
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
Supervises classroom, students, paraprofessional (if applicable), and volunteers.
Qualification Requirements
To 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
Ability To
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of education from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC)-approved college or university required. Must have a valid in-field teaching certificate. Previous teaching experience preferred.
Evaluation
Performance of this job shall be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
Physical Demands
To perform the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, or hear. Lifting up to 30 pounds may be required on an occasional basis. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required of this job include close vision and distance vision
Additional Information
Note: Compensation is based on the published Teacher Salary scale, Certificate level, and COMPLETED years of service.
DEPARTMENT: Schools
REPORTS TO: Principal
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: 190 days
DATE REVIEWED: 03/2022
Salary And Benefits
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Maintains an up-to-date, in-field certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission; salary and length of contract to be established by the Board of Education.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Plan for and- provide appropriate culturally-responsive learning experiences and educational opportunities for each student assigned to the classroom based on Georgia Standards and the CSD Framework for Equitable Student Outcomes and provide a classroom environment that aligns with City Schools of Dectur’s commitment to equity ensuring that all students are safe, seen, and successful .
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
- Develops and administers school art curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for art instruction.
- Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art to secondary pupils, 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 appreciation and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art, art appreciation and what constitutes art.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids.
- Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time.
- Instructs pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art classes.
- Evaluates each pupil's performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings, and prepares progress reports.
- Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupils' work for the school and the community. May sponsor exhibits from outside.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other school professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, art materials, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Supervises classroom, students, paraprofessional (if applicable), and volunteers.
Qualification Requirements
To 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
Ability To
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Maintain effective working relationships with other people.
- Operate a variety of modern office equipment including microcomputers and related software.
- Be reflective on practice and invest in yourself for improvement.
- Provide instructional leadership
- Organize and set priorities
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality.
- Adapt instructional materials and strategies to accommodate the wide range of skills which exist in a classroom.
- Apply current trends and practices in education
- Teach in a multi-cultural and mainstream setting
- Use technology to enhance instruction
- Be fair and consistent with all students
- Provide guidance and assistance to students
- Meet responsibilities in a punctual and reliable manner
- Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures.
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of education from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC)-approved college or university required. Must have a valid in-field teaching certificate. Previous teaching experience preferred.
Evaluation
Performance of this job shall be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
Physical Demands
To perform the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, or hear. Lifting up to 30 pounds may be required on an occasional basis. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required of this job include close vision and distance vision
Additional Information
Note: Compensation is based on the published Teacher Salary scale, Certificate level, and COMPLETED years of service.
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