Position Type :
Elementary School Teaching / Art
Date Posted : 8 / 28 / 2024
Location :
Hamtramck Public Schools
District :
Hamtramck Public Schools JOB SUMMARY : The classroom teacher will create a flexible, developmentally appropriate and creative environment where children can demonstrate personal growth, social skill, and the desire to integrate the arts into the daily language development and acquisition of academic skills. REQUIREMENTS : State of Michigan Teaching Certification LQ Endorsement
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate
- Bachelor's degree including all courses to meet credential requirements.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders.
- A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (May include but not be limited to) :
Exhibits a commitment to the District's Shared Visions of High-Quality InstructionCreates a welcoming and positive classroom climate and cultureDevelops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each studentTranslates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instructionExhibits an understanding of creative development and essential practices of art education for elementary students and articulates and utilizes research based instructional strategies and methods appropriate for various grade levelsEstablishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve an effective learning atmosphere in the classroomEvaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares report cards and other necessary documentation to report student growth and achievementMaintains student classroom records using current district technology and expectationsCommunicates regularly with parents through conferences and other means to discuss curriculum, assessments, and student progressIdentifies student needs and collaborates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students address social, emotional and academic issuesCreates an effective and welcoming environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, instructional materials, bulletin boards, and websitesMaintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self- selected professional growth activitiesUtilizes age and content appropriate aids; maintains required inventory recordsProvides supervision and oversight to students throughout assigned work dayParticipates in school improvement initiatives at the school level, committees and collaborative learning teamsExecutes other duties as assigned by building administratorSALARY : Per the HFT Teacher Contract
OTHER :
This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.
Upon recommendation for employment, Section 1230g, as amended, of the Revised School Code requires all school employees to be electronically finger printed for the purpose of undergoing a criminal history background check. The fingerprinting is conducted by a third party and is at the expense of the applicant.
Attachment(s) :
Art Teacher 24-25.pdf
