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 position based on the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work 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: In 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 students 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.
• 15. To respond to the needs (educational, health, and psychological) of each student.
• 16. 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)
• 17. To follow all safety procedures established by the school/district.
• 18. To monitor/supervise students during both academic and nonacademic duties or activities.
• 19. Maintain and complete Act 48 requirements to keep certification current.
• 20. To perform other duties assigned by the principal or superintendent.