Art Teacher - Elementary

Teacher - Art Teacher EPHRATA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Ephrata, PA Position Title: Elementary Art Teacher Department: Instruction Reports to: Building Principal FLSA: Exempt Date: August 2024 POSITION PURPOSE The Art Teacher promotes and develops successful learning for students, performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District Policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Included but not limited to: Develop and implement engaging art curriculum aligned with PDE standards and district learning targets for Kindergarten through Fourth-grade students. Create and maintain a stimulating, positive, and creative learning environment in assigned schools. Teach a variety of art techniques and concepts, including drawing, painting, sculpting, and digital art. Work collaboratively with department colleagues across the district to enhance the art program. Support and enhance the district art show. Establish lessons which allow students to grow their Life Ready Graduate skills and dispositions. Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all students. Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate art into core curriculum subjects. Support grade level Cornerstone work.

Teacher - Art Teacher Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback. Report student learning through the district's proficiency scale. Manage and organize art supplies and equipment for assigned schools. Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices. Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues. Supervise students during art classes and school activities. Prepare and maintain accurate student records. Contribute to a positive and collaborative school culture. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction o Use techniques and methodologies appropriate to student abilities o Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined curriculum- based student outcomes o Employ differentiated instructional strategies congruent with planned student outcomes o Utilize teaching strategies that promote ongoing active student engagement in the learning process o Make learning relevant to students by providing examples of how the content relates to real life problems, situations, and multiple contexts o Work with Learning Support personnel to adapt curriculum and instruction for students based on their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), providing accommodations accordingly o Provide accommodations to English Language Learners (ELL students) as needed, based on information offered by the ELL teachers Teacher - Art Teacher Develop and maintain an instructional environment conducive to effective student learning o Consistently enforce the rules of the school. (using school expectations and Behavior MTSS processes) o Develop written rules for classroom behavior and communicate those rules to all students o Enforce written rules for classroom behavior in a consistent manner o Reinforce positive student behaviors frequently to promote effective classroom management - acknowledge the positive academic behaviors demonstrated by students ("find them being good!") o Provide for the health and safety of students in all instructional settings Prepare effectively for class instruction o Prepare weekly lesson plans following the expectations in the Elementary Handbook. o Provide effective instruction following the Learning targets, concepts/skills, and competencies/objectives outlined on the curriculum map for the course(s) o Plan activities that engage students in higher level thinking skills to promote increased academic learning o Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure instructional uniformity - compliance with the pacing guide for curriculum and assessments Communicate the grading proficiency scale, classroom expectations, and academic progress, to students and parents o Provide timely and accurate feedback/documentation to students, parents, and appropriate staff members Develop and maintain positive interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships o Adhere to Pennsylvania's Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators Teacher - Art Teacher o Maintain a cooperative proactive working relationship with administration, staff, students, parents, and community members o Share appropriate information with parents and other staff members o Work cooperatively with department colleagues teaching common courses, sharing lesson plans, instructional activities, and materials/resources Build motivation and interest in learning o Exhibit personal interest and encourage student interest in the subject area o Demonstrate excitement about the topic of study o Allow students to see how the learning of the content relates to their personal lives o Know students by name as much as possible and address them accordingly o Attempt to know students on a personal level, and talk with them about topics other than just academics (ex. sports, student activities/clubs, hobbies, etc.) o Utilize strategies for actively engaging students in the learning process (ex. use of technology, small group activities, student presentations, hands-on activities, etc.) o Maintain a current awareness of activities/methodology in the respective subject area Maintain an ongoing personal program of professional growth and development o Develop and implement annually an approved plan for professional growth and development o Identify and request to attend professional workshop activities or graduate level courses intended to increase the teacher's instructional effectiveness Teacher - Art Teacher o Participate in District sponsored in-service offerings or other professional development opportunities appropriate to the teaching assignment Adhere to yearly District, school, and department goals, recognizing and working toward the fulfillment of the teacher's role in achieving the established goals KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENT Education: A minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Certification: Holds an appropriate certificate from the Pennsylvania Department of Education in one of the following: Elementary K-6 Early Childhood N-3, PK-4 Experience: Any work experience in certification area(s); Student teaching experience in a supervised education program at an accredited institution Language Skills: Ability to evaluate, interpret and analyze; Effective written and verbal communication skills; Ability to maintain written records, and effectively present information to colleagues, students, parents, and administrators; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with tact and diplomacy Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts, math reasoning, and math logic Reasoning Skills: Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and reasoning skills Other Skills & Abilities: Exhibit sound judgment; Ability to develop appropriate effective working relationships with department colleagues, school staff, students, parents, and the administration; demonstrate effective organizational and time-management skills. WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS: Must demonstrate regular and punctual attendance. Must interact positively with administration, students, staff, parents, and community members. Teacher - Art Teacher Must demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior & speech and dress in a neat, clean, and professional manner. Must follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority. Must maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to students and families. Follow established protocols as outlined in Student/Faculty/Support Staff handbooks ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee may frequently drive to various locations within the district. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Employee must be able to distinguish the difference between bells, buzzers, beeps, etc. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT As Per Contract CUSTOMER SERVICE STANDARDS Our interaction with customers, both internal and external, tells them about our priorities and how we value them as partners. To ensure that our interactions serve to strengthen relationships and promote the public image of the Ephrata Area School District, all employees should: Be extremely polite and listen to other perspectives Keep your promises and commitments to others Always give a little more than is expected Teacher - Art Teacher EMPLOYEE STATEMENT "I have reviewed the above position and understand its contents." "I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents." "I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodations(s) to fulfill any or all these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s). ____ Employee Name (Print) Date ____ Employee Signature ____ EASD Representative Date