2D Visual Art SY25-26

Position Title:    2D Visual Art     

Salary Range:   Teacher Contract  

Contract Length:  Teacher Contract 

Immediate Supervisor:     Principal        

Basic Function:  The 2-D Visual Art teacher is a highly qualified and state certified teacher responsible for delivering Grades 5-8 visual art content in a differentiated manner that is aligned with the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art and STEAM/arts integration This position will include a combination of classes which may include 2 D visual art and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math,) taught in a project based learning format 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Have a working knowledge of best practices in visual art education, STEAM, arts integration, and Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art, while implementing a curriculum based in creativity.
• Guide, motivate and engage students in learning, including understanding the basic elements of art and principles of design, using a variety of art tools and materials.
• Develop student cognitive and fine motor skills, enhancing artistic vocabulary and communication, promoting self-esteem, self-motivation, aesthetic awareness, cultural exposure, creativity, improved emotional expression and social harmony, relationships, team-building, cooperation, self-confidence, and providing an avenue for building personal artistic competencies.
• Maintain a safe classroom, using appropriate classroom management skills.
• Maintain open communication and professional relationships with all stakeholders. 
• Complete and maintain all required student records. 
• Utilize the SBCSC technology, as required.
• Utilize instructional materials/curriculum/resources recommended for the district.
• Attend and participate in required staff meetings and building-wide training and initiatives. 
• Control storage and use of all school-owned art equipment and supplies. 
• Assist with compiling budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs. 
• Display student artwork in the school building, rotating it as is appropriate. 
• Host a Visual Art or Fine Arts Fair during the year for parents to attend (highly recommended) can be done in conjunction with a vocal and/or instrumental music event. 
• Attend corporation-wide Visual Art and Fine Arts staff meetings and training sessions, as scheduled. 
• Sign up and hang student artwork in the Administration Building for a minimum of two months, annually.
• Participate in the annual IC Art Exhibition at the Colfax Cultural Center.
• Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments of students lievement. 
• Accompany and supervise students on field trips, when necessary.
• Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations. 
• Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures. 
• Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance.

Qualifications:  

• Licensed and highly-qualified in the area of Visual Art. 
• Ability to manage a budget and supplies. 
• Knowledge of state, district and school policies and procedures. 
• Ability to interpret district policies, procedures and data. 
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills. 
• Experience working in an urban environment is preferred. 
• Must not currently be on a Performance Improvement Plan 
• Specialized training in STEAM/Arts integration 
• Knowledge and/or practical experience with gender based instruction.
• Actively engage parents in the education of their children.
• Maintain regular documented communication between home and school.
• Utilize technology daily to enhance the learning environment.

Physical Demands:

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other technologies and office equipment, sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; kneeling; bending at the waist; lifting; pushing; pulling and carrying equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to 25 pounds; repetitive hand movement and fine coordination to use a computer keyboard; emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; seeing to read; prepare and assure the accuracy of documents.