Purpose

The Art Teacher will instruct K-8 grade art classes. This person will teach each grade within the Specials Rotations for elementary & will be in the Elective Schedule for middle school.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years direct work experience, current Colorado Department of Education Teachers License with endorsement in Art (K-8); ACSI certification, or the ability to acquire within 1 year of employment.

Bachelor’s degree in Art, Art History, Education or related field. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong background in art education, a demonstrated passion for growing this program, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Essential Job Functions:

Spiritual Leadership

• Use your position to support the mission of providing a Christ-centered education, preparing God’s children and young adults for works of service, for the glory of God alone.
• Model Christian leadership, living out Southeast’s Statement of Faith and Biblical Code of Conduct
• Ensure that the classroom/work environment is Christian-based, nurturing, wholesome, and loving.
• Implement Biblical integration at all levels of learning, discipline and professional work.

Academic Leadership

• Develop and administer art curriculum consistent with school standards, mission & Biblical standards
• Teach knowledge and skills in art from a variety of mediums, including: crafts, pottery, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, digital art, 2-D and 3-D art, mixed media, and art history.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modify instructional methods to fit individual students’ needs, including students with special needs; conduct individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Demonstrate techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Instruct students in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art classes.
• Stay apprised of new and upcoming art mediums, especially digital art, and transfer new approaches/techniques to the classroom environment to prepare for future professional opportunities.
• Select and requisition appropriate books, art materials, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.
• Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Christian philosophy of education that will help in providing leadership and guidance in the school’s development of and commitment to a Biblical worldview.
• Integrate biblical principles and worldview throughout the curriculum and activities.
• Have knowledge of the physical/emotional development of children—particularly at the age level of the children being taught—and understand the problems they face.
• Participate in formal and informal parent-teacher conferences.
• Participate in continuous professional development through professional reading, college course work, professional learning communities, in-services, workshops, and conferences.
• Collaborate with other specialists to help maintain a well-rounded fine arts education.
• Attend staff meetings and Professional Development Days as scheduled.
• Help develop a comprehensive scope and sequence for K-8 Art that fits with the vision/mission of the school.
• Organize storage areas and control use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
• Plan and present art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit students’ work for the school and the community.

Additional Duties or Responsibilities

• Perform any other duties that may be assigned

Mental and Physical Demands

Work is performed in a classroom environment and requires the ability to sit and stand for periods of time, operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small/medium size packages and other items, to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle to deliver and pickup materials.

The employee is occasionally in outdoor weather conditions. The employee may encounter difficult student/family situations that can be stressful.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Parker, CO 80134: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person