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Job description
Art Teacher Position
We are seeking a highly qualified art teacher who will be able to develop career skills and academic instruction for his/her students. The teacher will identify and implement best practices in instruction and student achievement. The teacher will motivate each student to acquire knowledge in art related facts and principles, skills in problem solving, and to discover and develop special talents of students in the arts.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
A major in the subject area is strongly preferred, with a minimum of a bachelor's degree
A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students
Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships
Skills in individualizing instruction
Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Major Functions and Responsibilities:
Creates a welcoming and positive classroom climate and culture
Exhibits a commitment to the District's Shared Vision and Collective Commitments
Teaches skills and knowledge in one or more courses in drawing, painting, ceramics, photo, and fundamental art
Develops lesson plans and organizes class time so that preparation, instruction, practical work, and clean-up activities can be accomplished within the allotted time
Demonstrates proper use of materials, equipment, tools and processes, using standard or teacher-prepared models or other instructional aids
Guides students in selection of appropriate elective projects or experiments
Develops classroom experiences based on the National and State Standards for Art Education
Maintains student classroom records using current district gradebook
Encourages creativity and growth in artistic expression
Supports students in their individual development and artistic talent
Supports school improvement/Advanced Ed initiatives at the district and school level
Instructs students in the use of eye protection and safety guards, and in the use, care, and safe operation of tools, machines, and equipment
Maintains a clean and safe work area and properly stores all materials and equipment
Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to tools and equipment as required
Establishes and maintains standards of student conduct needed to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment in an activity-type classroom with many potential hazards
Selects and requisitions instructional aids and equipment; maintains required inventory records; makes purchases as authorized
Maintains professional competence through professional development
Communicates with parents and counselors on the individual progress of the students
Executes other duties assumes other responsibilities as assigned by building administrator
Worksite address
dearborn, MI, 48120, US
Who can apply
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