What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-77 Art Teacher- Long Term Substitute position at Hopkinton Public School District?
TITLE:Elementary (Gr. 4-5) ArtTeacher
TYPE OF POSITION:Full-time (1.0); Long-Term Substitute, immediate start - duration uncertain at this time; salary $150.00-$283.18/day
LOCATION:HopkinsSchool, Hopkinton, Massachusetts
AREA OF CONSIDERATION:All qualified candidates
The Art Teacher develops in each student, an interest in and the ability for creative expression in visual terms, using skills and techniques of artistic expression appropriate to the student's interests and abilities, develops aesthetic understanding and appreciation, and discovers and develops talents of students in the field of art.
DUTIES:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement. Monitors students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
- Evaluates, tries innovative approaches, and refines instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
- Demonstrates appreciation for and sensitivity to, the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
- Maintains and improves professional competence through attendance at professional development events, and by self-generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for re-certification;
- Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district, attending all faculty and committee meetings as required, and district-wide committees as needed;
- Other duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered qualified for the position of Art Teacher, candidates must have/be:
- Licensed, or eligible for licensure in assigned grades by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to include Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement;
- Meets all Massachusetts Department of Education standards for Highly Qualified Teacher;
- Bachelor's Degree, Masters preferred, from an accredited college or university, in a related field;
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults;
- Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.
Onlineis our preferred method of application, however, if you wish to apply by mail, please download and print the appropriate application form on our website:https://www.hopkinton.k12.ma.us/employment1
Send your completed application to:
Human Resources
Hopkinton Public Schools
89 Hayden Rowe St.
Hopkinton, MA 01748
Incomplete applications are not able to be considered.
The Hopkinton Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of raceor traits historically associated with race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. The Hopkinton Public School district is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workplace. The school systems educational philosophy and personnel goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.
Salary : $150 - $283
