Art Teacher, HS (2026-2027 School Year)

DAYS PER YEAR: 187

SALARY MIN: $62,750

JOB TITLE : Teacher – High School

REPORTS TO: Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS : Exempt

PAY GRADE: Teacher Salary Scale

PRIMARY PURPOSE :

The High School Teacher is responsible for implementing the District instructional program and educational philosophy in the subject area or grade level designated in accordance with District goals, policies and procedures.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Preferred:

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to analyze student performance data

Knowledge of lesson design qualities

Knowledge of Professional Learning Communities

Willingness to work in small learning communities

MAJOR REPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Teaches in accordance with staff

Displays effective teaching practices in an effort to ensure authentic student engagement and

Designs effective lesson plans with immediate and long-range goals.

Designs lesson that demonstrate real world relevance and

Uses time

Chooses appropriate materials and

Presents subject matter clearly and

Coordinates and plans with team

Monitors student performance using formative and summative

Analyzes student performance data and develops a plain for student

Implements the RTO process when appropriate.

Participates in professional learning

Utilizes technology to support, and enhance

Work on inter-disciplinary teams to focus on curriculum integration, relevance and student

Administers the classroom to create an environment conducive to

Organizes procedures for effective classroom

Organizes the assigned teaching area in an efficient, appealing, and safe

Provides flexibility for individual and group

Practices positive discipline techniques that help students gain self-control and responsibility for their

Maintains a positive, accepting attitude in working with

Works individually with students in a tutorial

Cooperates with school personnel in providing for student

Supervises behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes and during school-related activities on and off

Works with counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to place students in the most effective educational

Instruct students in school safety and emergency drill

Participates in special activities and programs provided for students and

Cooperates with and supports the co-curricular activities provided for

Participates in the co-curricular activities appropriate to the subject area or area of interest.

Works with appropriate administrators and maintenance staff to ensure student safety in the classroom, hallways, laboratories and other school

Initiates communications with

Inform parents of students’

Keeps parents informed of any behavior or attendance

Cooperates with appropriate record keeping

Administers an appropriate record keeping

Maintains accurate and up to date records for student performance in on-line gradebook.

Maintains accurate attendance records as required by building, District and state regulations.

Maintains accurate records for all textbooks, materials and funds provided by the District.

Maintains records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures and referrals.

Meets required record keeping format and timelines

Exemplifies professionalism in behavior and

Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work

Works with team leaders, department chair and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of

Exemplifies professionalism and supports the District vision and campus

Promotes understanding of District programs and policies and creates a positive attitude toward the teaching

Remains current in education, technology and the specific areas of instruction though literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations and college courses.

Adheres to the Texas Education Code of Ethics and supports the District philosophy.

Complies with all State, District and campus policies and

Responsible for knowing and completing campus improvement activities as outlined in the campus improvement

Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by the

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require both traveling within the district and state wide. Mental demands: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to interpret TEC and policy; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.