Teacher, Art

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Somerton Middle School

TYPE: Certified STATUS: Exempt SALARY Range: Teacher Salary Assignment (Base Level 1 starting at $43,698 thru Level X $63,576) DOE, recognize up to 12 years experience, 9 month position, Full Benefit Package)

REPORTS TO: Building Principal. WORK CALENDAR: 191.5 Days START DATE: January 2025

DEFINITION: Under limited supervision, provides educational instruction in assigned area(s) of specialty, grade and program level in compliance with approved academic standards and curriculum for Somerton Elementary School District.

TASKS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledges, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).

Coordinates, prioritizes and schedules the daily instructional activities and functions for assigned grade, program or specialty area; maintains and updates students’ grade, attendance, report cards, files and records; meets special needs as provided in Individual Education Plan for assigned students.

Prepares daily lesson plans; prepares classroom, learning and activity centers; teaches and assesses students’ current skills; follows established curriculum and standards for classroom educational activities; provides learning instruction to assist students in mastering required materials; researches, gathers and creates supplemental materials and resources in assigned subject areas; partners and coordinates instruction with outside resources.

Monitors student activities before and after school, during recess/playground and lunch as assigned; monitors Instructional Assistants providing clerical support, individual and group activities and instruction; grades and records homework, classwork and tests; sets up and meets with parents to discuss or develop programs to meet individual student needs; develops and implements behavioral and educational programs in conjunction with multi-disciplinary team; and performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Knowledge of the Somerton Elementary School District rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of applicable Federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of age/subject appropriate educational materials, curriculum standards, classroom discipline and behavioral management methods.

Knowledge of principles of confidential and regulatory school records and files management practices.

Knowledge of supervisory and training practices and procedures.

Skill in gathering, planning and developing age, ability level, subject specific materials and lesson plans.

Skill in restraining out-of-control students and implementing behavioral modification programs.

Skill in implementing educational curriculum, standards and licensing requirements for assigned program.

Skill in written and oral communications.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting and/or carrying up to 30 pounds. May be required to restrain students with behavioral problems, change clothing and diapers, lift and/or transfer students from wheelchairs to special seating. May be exposed to infectious diseases and body fluid borne pathogens.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in area of assignment or specialization. Must possess and maintain Arizona State Department Teacher Certification with endorsement(s) in area(s) of assignment. Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.

SOMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER