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Art Teacher
Summary
Summary
To develop in each pupil an interest in and the ability for expressing himself creatively in visual terms, utilizing skills and techniques of artistic expression appropriate to the pupilโs interests and abilities; to develop aesthetic understandings and appreciations; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of art.
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, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art to secondary pupils, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities.
- Instructs pupils in basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
- Provides instruction by which pupils develop aesthetic concepts and appreciations and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art.
- Demonstrates technique in activities such as drawing, painting, sculpture, photography and computer generated graphics, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aides.
- Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time.
- Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual and artistic abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive studio environment.
- Instructs pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment.
- Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
- Evaluates each pupilโs performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings and prepares progress reports.
- Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, tools, instructional aides, and maintains required inventory records.
- Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupilsโ work for the school and the community. May sponsor exhibits from outside.
- Maintains professional competence through inservice education activities provided by the district and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
- Maintains an auditable record of pupil attendance and makes daily reports of pupils absent each period.
- Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
- Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
- Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment or on a district level.
- Other duties as assigned by the administrator.
Experience Requirements
Education/Experience/Certificates
Bachelorโs Degree and valid Missouri teaching certificate required; or such alternative to these qualifications that the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
Benefits
Skill Sets
Behavioral Traits
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