Elementary Art Teacher-Grades K-2

SUMMARY:
To use leadership, knowledge, and skill to promote the educational development of each student. To make the school an attractive, pleasant, and productive place.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salaried p osition based on the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
W ork will take place indoors in classrooms as well as in outdoor spaces.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data

Reflects accuracy in attention to detail; promotes high aspirations and accountability

Demonstrates a strong work ethic, focused on excellence & improvement

Possesses superior organizational skills and dedication to seeing projects through completion in a timely manner

Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with district employees

Demonstrates professional behavior and ethics

Pursues and shares professional learning experiences

Customer service skills that offer professional delivery, interpersonal skills - can inspire others

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, for various purposes; and

Current Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances; as well as Mandated Reporter training requirements.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

The general qualifications of a teacher in Pennsylvania.

Outstanding recommendations and current references.

Current teaching experience in related position preferred.

High academic standards.

Extra-curricular experiences and skills preferred.

Public School Experience (considered)

SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES : I n conducting this role, the essential duties of a teacher position shall include, but are not limited to the following:

All conditions of employment as defined in the current negotiated contract.

To maintain a roster of students of their classes or programs

To provide an ongoing evaluation of students.

To maintain a liaison with other teachers and specialists that serve district students.

To help keep parents informed of their children’s progress and meet with parents for conferences when requested.

To provide instruction to assigned students within your certified areas.

To coordinate activities with other teachers.

To provide scholastic assessment of assigned students.

To attend and participate in in-service programs, staff meetings, and conferences to keep informed about changes in your subject area.

To utilize and follow the current Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) process for s tudents needing enrichment or remedial programs.

Maintain a knowledge of current Pennsylvania academic standards as related to their field .

Prepare and deliver lessons in their certified field of study.

Maintain current and accurate records of students.

Administer standardized testing as assigned by administration.

1 5 . To respond to the needs (educational, health, and psychological) of each student .

1 6 . To utilized prescribed programs in the school/district for dealing with student behavior and or needs ( e. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), MTSS, Student Assistance Programs (SAP)

1 7 . To follow all safety procedures established by the school/district.

1 8 . To monitor /supervise students during both academic and nonacademic duties or activities .

1 9 . Maintain and complete Act 48 requirements to keep certification current.

20 . To perform other duties assigned by the principal or superintendent.