Art Teacher

LIFELONG LEARNING ADMINISTRATION CO•Inglewood, CA

About The Position

ALTA VISTA INNOVATION HIGH SCHOOL Full Time, Monday - Friday; 9 a.m. -3 p.m., or 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. This position is funded through the Prop 28 (AMS) – Arts & Music in Schools Grant. This position provides support to various school sites within the region, including Inglewood, Gardena, Lincoln, Watts, East LA, and Los Angeles. The role may require travel between locations to meet site-specific needs. COMPENSATION: Clear Credential: $79,500/year - $100,700/year Preliminary Credential: $68,900/year Intern Credential: $66,144/year Help Us Change Lives We live by the motto that “There is a Student in Front of Everything We Do” and we are very passionate about it. Do you have a passion to work with students? If so, then this is an exciting opportunity for you! You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students supporting their growth and development. Remember the person who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn. Learn more about us at https://learn4life.org/ How You Will Make an Impact Teach engaging art class(es) for K-12 grade students. The General Art Teacher will ensure a positive, fun, supportive and creative experience for all students.

Requirements

Ability to convey ideas in the classroom with enthusiasm and creativity.
Exhibit a sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of K-12 students
Ability to interact successfully with a broad student population and work with various learning styles.
Bachelor of Arts Degree preferred, or equivalent experience/mastery in the field.
Teaching credential or certification in Art a plus
English Learner Authorization
Strong teaching and interpersonal skills
Experience arranging student art shows and exhibits.

Responsibilities

Teach a range of art appreciation instruction including fundamentals of color, shape, hand technique, dimension, layout, and design.
Communicate instruction to students in a courteous and respectful manner.
Prepare materials for instruction.
Be on time and prepared for class to start at the designated time.
Provide set-up / clean-up and any other tasks, as arranged in advance.
Work with the Educational Administrators to plan classes.
Communicate regularly with Educational Staff and Parents about student progress.
Participate in departmental resource and program enhancement.
Maintain currency in art and design techniques/method.
Participate in school activities that facilitate student learning and achievement.
Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time
Adhere to attendance policies.