What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Teacher position at Norfolk Public School District?
Full-Time and Permanent; Exempt; 7.33 Hours / Day; 200 Days / Year; 10 Months / Year
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in art education
Eligible for or in possession of the appropriate teaching license from the Virginia Department of Education.
Tuberculin skin test certifying that the individual is free of contagious tuberculosis.
Must meet all pre-employment screenings.
Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the subject(s) to be taught.
Demonstrates knowledge of the art content, skills, and processes.
Demonstrates considerable knowledge of the principles and methodologies of effective teaching.
Demonstrates considerable knowledge of developmental theories in relation to art and cognition.
Demonstrates knowledge of current assessment strategies.
Has the ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports.
Effectively interacts with pupils, colleagues, administrators, and classified employees.
Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers.
Nature of Position
Responsible directly to the principal or designee.
Shapes and directs students' activities so that they have opportunities to engage meaningfully in class.
Teaches knowledge and skills for art instruction and current curriculum in art, media, and processes including crafts, drawing, painting, sculpture ceramics, mixed media, printmaking, and computer graphics to students.
Uses works of art to teach art content including art history, aesthetics, criticism, and visual culture.
Provides differentiated instruction based on the needs and interests of a diverse population with varying intellectual and artistic abilities.
Uses art vocabulary and has it visible in the room.
Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse, to ensure safe use, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
Establishes and maintains standards, rules, procedures, and routines that govern student behavior, support learning, and ensure a safe learning environment.
Communicates with colleagues, parents, administrators, and community members to explain art programs and goals.
Plans and prepares (or assists students in preparing) artwork for art displays and exhibitions designed to showcase students' work for the school and community according to NPS guidelines.
Works within a supply budget. Maintains required financial records and uses appropriate procedures for spending funds.
Models and demonstrates techniques and skills in drawing, painting, and other art media.
Supervises students' in- and out-of class activities during the assigned workday.
Above average amount of walking, bending, standing, stooping, and lifting in classrooms and / or art studios and / or while using an art cart and / or while displaying artwork.
Work involves exposure to normal everyday hazards. Teacher is responsible for prompting and monitoring safe practices in relation to the use of potentially hazardous art materials.
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