Art Teacher - Middle School

Location: Delphi Community Middle School

TITLE: Middle School Art Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree(s) and area of major study as required by law.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.
• Proper certification and licensing as required by law.

REPORTS TO: The Building-Level Principal and the Superintendent.

SUPERVISES: Teacher aides and students of the building.

JOB GOAL: To inspire students to develop creativity, artistic skills, and confidence through meaningful visual art experiences while fostering critical thinking, aesthetic appreciation, and individual artistic expression.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches knowledge and skills in visual arts, including drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, design, digital art, art history, and other media appropriate to the middle school curriculum.
• Develops and implements engaging lessons aligned with Indiana Academic Standards and district curriculum.
• Provides differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, interests, and abilities of all students.
• Demonstrates techniques using a variety of artistic media and instructional strategies.
• Creates a safe, positive, and productive studio environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and responsible use of materials.
• Teaches proper care and safe use of art tools, materials, and equipment.
• Organizes and maintains storage areas while managing materials, equipment, and inventory.
• Integrates technology and digital media into instruction to enhance student creativity and artistic expression.
• Uses a variety of formative and summative assessments to evaluate student growth and provide meaningful feedback.
• Maintains accurate records of attendance, grades, assessments, and student progress.
• Selects, requisitions, and maintains instructional materials, art supplies, equipment, and inventory records.
• Communicates regularly with parents/guardians, counselors, administrators, and colleagues regarding student progress and needs.
• Collaborates with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school improvement initiatives.
• Plans and coordinates student art displays and exhibitions to celebrate student achievement within the school and community.
• Participates in professional learning and the district's teacher evaluation process in accordance with Board policy and district guidelines.
• Participates in curriculum development and other professional activities at the building and district levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent in accordance with Board policy, district procedures, and applicable laws.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 184 days

Salary established by Master Contractual Agreement.

Work year established by the Board.