What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Teacher position at Fusion?
What if we told you there is a place where students are taught geometry by learning to build a skateboard ramp? Where an unconventional idea becomes the conventional way to teach? Where students partner with their teachers, who equally mentor them in their learning journey? Curious?
We are currently seeking Teachers and tutors like you! Our education model of one student to one teacher is unlike any other. Our spirited and talented teachers provide life-changing educational experiences to middle and high school students through our personalized approach to education. Our educators are committed to students realizing their academic potential and their emotional and social growth.
We are Fusion Academy, and we are anxiously waiting to meet you!
Love. Motivate. Teach. That is our bedrock. We care about kids plain and simple. We listen to them, we encourage them, and we mentor them toward acquiring surefootedness. And that is when magic happens. When they are engaged and sure of themselves, they learn. Our approach is possible and successful because of its simplicity : One teacher to one student. When you join Fusion, you change kids' lives, one lesson at a time.
Our campuses are small by design with 50 to 75 students enrolled. The Fusion culture offers a special place to work, teach, and learn. Every campus is unique and so too are our teachers. Just like our students, we accept you for who you are. Uniqueness is our normal.
Erase the memory of a classroom packed like a can of sardines and the thought of a roster with hundreds of students. Remember ' we like to keep things simple!
We welcome applicants from people from all underrepresented groups, including (but not limited to) people of any gender, age, or religion, members of the LGBTQIA2 community, BIPOC and other underrepresented races and nationalities, people with disabilities, veterans, and anyone who may contribute to the further diversify Fusion.
You will have a real impact.
Position Summary :
Our campus has an immediate opening for an Art Teacher. This position provides a student centered, supportive classroom that promotes compassion, emotional security, resourcefulness, and independent critical thinking while addressing the individual academic and emotional needs of each student through Fusion's differentiated approach.
Fusion Pay Range : $25.00 - $34.00 per hour USD
Key Responsibilities Include :
Provide a one-to-one teaching experience in the areas of art and creativity at grade levels 6-12.
Show evidence of adapting and differentiated instruction for all students and a classroom forum for holistic growth.
Maintain complete and accurate records.
Develop and maintain genuine, positive and consistent communication with parents.
Contribute to and benefit from the campus community.
Practice professionalism through ongoing professional development, reflection and continuous improvement.
In addition to subject matter tutoring and teaching, this position includes significant student mentoring.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required for consideration.
Solid subject matter knowledge in a majority of these areas : art and creativity.
Proficiency in Adobe Suite.
A plus : Final Cut Pro
Graphic Design
Computer drafting
Teaching credentials are a plus but are
Experience with students with learning differences and ADHD is a plus as well as mentoring experience.
The ideal candidate is outgoing, well organized, competent in basic computer skills, and is an individual who is eager to work in a highly dynamic, energetic school setting.
Candidate must be prepared to teach and tutor material at a high school level immediately.
Expertise in the relevant subject area.
Understand learning differences and emotional difficulties.
Ability to mentor as a positive role model.
Understand and support each student's Formal Education Plan (FEP).
Commitment to continuous improvement.
Self-directed, proactive, intelligent, knowledge of curriculum and assessment, multi-tasker, problem solving skills, professional written and verbal communication skills, ability to connect with students with patience and compassion.
Ability to manage stress, and self-regulate during chaos and crisis, consistently positive attitude, strong teamwork, passionate, genuine, organized, internally motivated, service orientation, ability to reserve judgment and respond with curiosity and compassion.
Benefits :
Note that pay may vary based on location, skills, and experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees which generally includes :
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- An opportunity to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Sick time, paid holidays and vacation in accordance with company policy and state law
- Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability
- 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility
We offer a package for part time employees which generally includes :
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and / or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.
Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others' well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law. The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant.
Requirements
Please see above
Salary : $25 - $34
