Art Teacher- Elementary School

About the position

This position is for Art Teacher positions at Washington Elementary School for the 2025/2026 school year.

Responsibilities

• Ability to teach various art forms and techniques.
• Familiarity with digital platforms to enhance learning.
• Developing age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with educational standards.
• Maintaining a structured and safe learning environment.
• Evaluating student progress and providing constructive feedback.
• Implementing creative projects and activities.
• Adjusting teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Integrate play-based learning and hands-on activities appropriate for early learners.
• Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative assessments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student achievement.
• Prepare report cards and communicate regularly with families about student growth.
• Establish a positive, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Teach and reinforce behavioral expectations and routines.
• Support students' social-emotional development through guidance and modeling.
• Collaborate with grade-level team members to plan units and align instruction.
• Serve as a grade-level lead, coordinating planning and supporting team initiatives.
• Work closely with support staff, specialists, and administration to support student needs.
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers through meetings, newsletters, and digital platforms.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events.
• Participate in school-wide professional development and staff meetings.
• Uphold school policies and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Maintain a well-organized and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Prepare materials and resources in advance to support smooth instructional flow.

Benefits

• Medical: Horizon BCBS - Educators or Garden State Plan
• Dental: Dental of NJ
• Vision: Service Plan