Art Teacher
Location: Rock Springs Wyoming
Description: Sweetwater County School District #1 is looking of Art Teacher right now, this position will be placed in Wyoming. More details about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Nature and Scope of Job :
The purpose of a teacher's job is to
teach students to read, write, problem solve, compute, find information, think,
work cooperatively with others and to meet all district! -required art curriculum
objectives. Teaches classes in the field of art to students in grades K through
12, assists in other school programs as assigned and creates a flexible program
and environment favorable to learning and personal growth in accordance with
each student's abilities.
Job Functions
Essential Function:
1. Teaches knowledge and skills in art
including but not limited to crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design,
commercial art, computer graphics, art history and/or three-dimensional art to
students utilizing the course of study prescribed by the District approved
curriculum.
2. Demonstrates hands on techniques in
activities such as drawing, painting, sculpture, graphics and modeling, using
standard and/or teacher prepared instructional materials.
3. Plans and implements a program of study
that meets individual needs, interests and abilities within the Sweetwater
4. Implements! curriculum objectives and
goals using effective teaching techniques and materials.
5. Develops, in a cooperative manner with
the principal and curriculum facilitators, a plan for the improvement and
enrichment of instruction.
6. Develops instructional plans and organizes
class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and
working time.
7. Monitors and assesses student progress
and provides feedback on a regular basis to students and parent/guardians.
8. Diagnoses, instructs, and evaluates
specific needs and seeks assistance of specialists as needed.
9. Communicates aims/objectives to students
in a well-planned, organized manner in clear, concise terms.
10. Creates
a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity
of the students.
11. Establishes
and maintains standards of student behavior required to provide an order! ly and
productive classroom environment.
12. Instructs
students in proper safety, care and use of tools and equipment. Organizes storage
areas and controls use of supplies/ materials, equipment and tools to prevent
waste, loss or abuse. .
13. Takes
necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and
facilities.
14. Selects
and requisitions instructional materials and/ or supplies and maintains
inventory records.
15. Assists
administrator in implementing all polices, vision, mission, philosophies,
regulations and rules of Sweetwater County School District. #1.
16. Creates
educational experiences to provide students with opportunities to develop
potential in self esteem, personal-social adjustment, decision-making and other
life skills.
17. Respects
the dignity of each student as an individual and attempts to gain an adequate
understanding of his/! her needs, interests, abilities, aptitude, temperament,
and environ! mental influences, as a basis on which to meet his/her needs and to
treat him/her with fairness and courtesy.
18. Assumes
individual responsibilities assigned by principal/supervisor which may relate
to committee work, student activities, student supervision, or other planning
and professional assignments.
19. Assumes
professional and personal responsibility for the management and progress of
classes under his/her authority, direction and supervision.
20. Strives
to maintain and improve professional competence.
21. Assumes
legal responsibilities for the discipline and supervision of students in the
classroom, on school property, or in attendance at school-sponsored activities
at all times and maintains a high standard of conduct and good rapport with
students.
22. Communicates
concerns and ideas with colleagues, parents, students, and community in a
positive, solution-oriented m! anner.
23. Maintains
accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by law, Sweetwater
School District. #1 policy and administrative regulations.
24. Conducts
oneself in a business-like and task-oriented manner.
25. Strives
to be a good employee as well as an effective teacher.
26. Seeks
to establish friendly and cooperative relationships between the home and the
school.
27. Provides
parents with information that will serve the best interest of their children
and is discreet with information received from parents.
Other Functions:
Attends
and supervises curriculum oriented field trips.
Organizes
various student art shows and displays.
Attends
parent and staff meetings.
Keeps
informed by reading building and district communications.
Responds
to requests for information in a timely manner.
Responsible for the care, correct use and maintenance of the up keep of the equi! pment in
the department
Knowledgeable
in the use of department equipment.
Able
to instruct students in the correct and safe operation of that equipment.
Meets
deadlines.
Jury
and organizes student's artwork.
Provide
purchase orders or requisition requests for necessary supplies. This
information should be based on classes being taught, current inventories and
within existing department budgetary constraints.
--EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF
THIS JOB--
Job
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Mental Abilities
Possess
a broad general knowledge of all subject areas with specific knowledge needed
in contract areas. Possess group
dynamics and interpersonal skills.
Possess
knowledge of psychological, emotional, and educational behavior development of
children. Possess classroom management
skills whic! h include discipline as well as record keeping and assessment
ability.
Possess
technological and computer skills.
Possess
problem solving, imagination, patience, reasoning, creativity, judgment, and
analytical abilities. Possess a knowledge of drawing, painting, printmaking,
sculpture, ceramics, graphic design, photography, computer graphics, appropriate
to grade level and specialty.
Education, License, Certification or
Formal Training
Valid Wyoming Credential or license
authorizing service in grade levels and areas assigned.
Bachelor's
degree, including all courses to meet credential requirements for art
certification or endorsement. Continue to pursue graduate level classes for
professional growth.
Equipment
Basic
equipment but not limited to:
35
mm SLR camera, VCR, DVD player, slide projector, overhead, computer, scanner,
printers, and di! gital camera.
Potter's
wheel, slab roller, hand extruder m! achine, pug machine, various models of kiln
with vent systems, drills, air brush equipment, band saw, matt cutters, and
paper cutters.
Physical Demands:
Be
able to stand, walk and sit for long periods without fatigue or discomfort.
Be
able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry 50 feet.
Be
able to push up to 200 pounds up to 30 feet.
Be
able to pull up to 100 pounds up to 50 feet.
Be
able to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or
crawl; handle, finger, talk, hear, and
see.
Environmental Demands:
Be
able to spend most of the time inside classrooms with some work outside in
cold/hot weather.
Be
able to tolerate moderate noise levels.
Occupationally
exposed to blood borne pathogens and other potential infectious materials.
Occasionally
works near moving mechanical parts.
Occasionally
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Sweetwater County School District #1.
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This position starts available on: Wed, 24 Apr 2013 06:53:40 GMT