Art Teacher (Royal High School)

High School Art Teacher

Primary Purpose

Provide students with engaging, standards-based visual arts instruction that develops artistic skills, creativity, critical thinking, self-expression, and appreciation of the arts. Plan and facilitate learning experiences in a variety of artistic media and techniques while maintaining a safe, organized, and supportive studio environment. Enable students to develop the knowledge and competencies necessary for academic, personal, and social growth.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

• Valid Texas teaching certificate with the required art endorsement or certification

• Related training and work experience that meet certification waiver requirements under the district’s District of Innovation Plan, when applicable

• Demonstrated competency in visual arts and the assigned subject area

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of visual arts curriculum, techniques, media, and instructional practices

• Knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for visual arts

• Ability to teach a variety of art courses, techniques, and media

• Ability to develop students’ artistic skills, creativity, visual literacy, and critical-thinking abilities

• Knowledge of safe practices for using, storing, and disposing of art materials, tools, equipment, and chemicals

• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior in a classroom and studio environment

• Ability to organize student artwork, exhibitions, competitions, and art-related activities

• Strong organizational, communication, technology, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Student teaching, an approved internship, or related visual arts teaching or professional work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s visual arts curriculum and provide written evidence of preparation as required.

2. Design lessons that address individual student differences and provide appropriate accommodations, modifications, and extensions.

3. Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, artistic media, and technology that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of assigned students.

4. Present visual arts content in accordance with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, district curriculum, board policies, and administrative regulations.

5. Provide instruction in artistic concepts and processes, which may include drawing, painting, design, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, digital art, photography, art history, and other assigned visual arts courses.

6. Teach students to analyze, interpret, evaluate, and discuss works of art using appropriate artistic vocabulary and critical-response methods.

7. Demonstrate proper techniques for using art tools, equipment, media, and materials.

8. Integrate art history, culture, aesthetics, technology, and contemporary artistic practices into classroom instruction.

9. Provide opportunities for students to create original artwork, develop portfolios, display their work, and participate in appropriate exhibitions or competitions.

10. Assess students’ learning styles, interests, artistic abilities, and instructional needs and use the results to plan instructional activities.

11. Work cooperatively with special education teachers and other support personnel to modify curriculum and instruction according to students’ Individualized Education Programs, Section 504 plans, and other instructional plans.

12. Collaborate with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, methods, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities according to district requirements.

13. Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee the completion of assigned responsibilities.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through projects, portfolios, critiques, exhibitions, written assignments, formal assessments, and informal observations.

2. Provide timely, constructive feedback that supports students’ artistic growth, craftsmanship, creativity, and understanding of visual arts concepts.

3. Maintain accurate records of student progress, grades, assignments, and assessment results.

4. Encourage students to develop personal artistic styles, confidence, perseverance, and an appreciation for diverse artistic traditions and perspectives.

5. Prepare and support students participating in art exhibitions, contests, portfolio reviews, Visual Arts Scholastic Event activities, or other approved fine arts opportunities, as assigned.

6. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor campus activities approved by the principal.

7. Serve as a positive role model for students and support the mission, goals, and values of the school district.

Classroom and Studio Management

1. Create a classroom and studio environment that is safe, organized, inclusive, and conducive to learning and artistic expression.

2. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, student handbook, board policies, and campus procedures.

3. Establish and enforce appropriate safety procedures for the use of art tools, machinery, equipment, materials, and chemicals.

4. Provide students with appropriate instruction regarding safety expectations before allowing them to use specialized tools, materials, or equipment.

5. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, artwork, materials, and facilities.

6. Maintain an organized system for distributing, storing, cleaning, and securing art supplies, tools, equipment, and student artwork.

7. Monitor the proper use, storage, labeling, ventilation, and disposal of potentially hazardous art materials in accordance with district procedures and applicable safety requirements.

8. Assist in selecting and ordering textbooks, instructional materials, art supplies, equipment, and technology.

9. Maintain an accurate inventory of art supplies, tools, equipment, and other assigned district property.

10. Prepare and maintain classroom displays and coordinate the display of student artwork throughout the campus and community, as approved.

11. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, inventories, and other documents required.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, administrators, and community members.

2. Communicate student progress, classroom expectations, project requirements, and concerns to students and parents in a timely and professional manner.

3. Collaborate with campus and district fine arts staff to support visual arts programming, exhibitions, events, and instructional initiatives.

4. Promote student participation in visual arts programs, exhibitions, competitions, and community activities.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in professional development activities to improve job-related knowledge, artistic techniques, instructional practices, technology integration, and student achievement.

2. Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior in accordance with the Educators’ Code of Ethics.

3. Comply with state, district, and campus regulations, procedures, and policies for classroom teachers.

4. Attend and participate in faculty meetings, departmental meetings, professional learning communities, parent conferences, and staff committees as required.

5. Remain current regarding developments in visual arts education, curriculum standards, instructional technology, and studio safety practices.

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

2. Maintain confidentiality regarding student, personnel, and district information.

3. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct and monitor the work of assigned instructional aides, student teachers, interns, and volunteers.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; presentation equipment; standard instructional equipment; kiln; pottery wheel; cutting tools; hand tools; printing equipment; cameras; art display equipment; and other specialized visual arts tools and equipment

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and repetitive hand motions; frequent use of hands and fingers to handle art tools, equipment, and materials

Lifting: Regular lifting and carrying of materials weighing less than 15 pounds; occasional lifting and moving of art supplies, displays, equipment, and student projects weighing 15 pounds or more

Environment: Work primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors; regular exposure to noise, dust, paint, clay, adhesives, cleaning products, art materials, and odors associated with studio activities; may work around equipment with moving parts or heated surfaces

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; manage multiple tasks and deadlines; work prolonged or irregular hours as needed for exhibitions, competitions, performances, meetings, or other school activities

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, working conditions, or qualifications that may be required.

Salary : $60,500 - $74,407