Elementary Art Teacher

Elementary Art Teacher
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Teach basic art classes and fundamentals
 Include cross-curriculum studies with the classroom teachers when possible
 Emphasis on drawing and painting techniques and review of basic color mixing
 Exploration of various art mediums, drawing, watercolor basics, use of pen and marker and use of
varied drawing and painting surfaces.
 Teach art fundamentals with design concepts, drawing and painting techniques, and mixed media
with collage or 3D constructions. Exploring a variety of media.
 Teach drawing techniques with varied art media to include pens, pencils & colored pencil,
markers and mixed media techniques.
 Teach basic painting techniques with color mixing and color theory with the color wheel, learning
differences between different types of paints (acrylics, watercolor, & tempera) 
 Teach about different painting applications and assorted painting surfaces.
 Discuss areas of art study, set up schedule for projects and materials that will be needed at the
beginning of the year. 
 Work with GT students on special assignments based on their creativity evaluations with GT
teacher.
 Report regularly to the parent/guardian in regard to their child's progress.
 Administer discipline in accordance to the Board Policy of the Meskwaki Settlement School.
 Attend regularly all meetings of the staff convened by the Principal.
 Carry out supervising responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.
 Create and assist with extra-curricular and Meskwaki Language activities 
 Teach types of clay, glazes and explore limitations of clay and uses of varied techniques, the
firing process, Wheel throwing, storage of clay and in-process clay pieces, slab techniques, and
use of slab roller, construction techniques with clay, and application of glazes. 
 Coordinate guest artists to demonstrate and show throwing techniques, applied designs, and
trimming, and glazing review and storage of wet pots.
 Help with prom, graduation, choir and band concert decorations for the stage. 
 Knowledge of Calligraphy
 Set up display cases showcasing student in various areas of the school.
 Show case student art in public in the community.
 Enter student work at the State Fair in Des Moines in order to publicize the Meskwaki Settlement
School and Art Department. 
 Helped students enter several art competitions sponsored by various Meskwaki Tribal
Departments. 
 Other duties as assigned.
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 REQUIREMENTS:
 Must possess a Bachelor's Degree and Certification required by the Bureau of Indian Education
and the State of Iowa.
 Must pass background check in accordance with Public Law 101-630, Public Law 101-647 and
the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
 Must possess a valid driver's license.
 Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
SUPERVISION:  School Principal 
SALARY:               Dependent on Qualifications