SY 26-27 Art Teacher

Emily G Wetherbee School is seeking a full-time Art teacher responsible for teaching classes as part of the Specialist rotation in grades K-8. Responsibilities: The Educator’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: Teach, reinforce, remediate, and ensure mastery of visual arts content with whole classes of students in grades K-8; Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards and MA frameworks; Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards; Use assessment data to refine curriculum and modify instructional practices; Communicate effectively, consistently, and professionally with students, families, and colleagues; Provide support, accommodations, and attention to all students; Participate in curriculum and professional development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions; Ensure students are engaged and invested in the classroom, managing behavior and providing incentives; Comply with school, district, and statewide policies and regulations; Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards; and Complete other duties as assigned. Skills and Characteristics: The Educator should possess the following skills and attributes: Passionate belief in Lawrence Public Schools; Commitment to the academic and personal success of Lawrence Public Schools students and families; Proven history of successful collaboration; Ability to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced classroom/ school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges; and Demonstrated capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected and utilized