Art Teacher - Hope Learning Academy

Hope • Springfield, IL

4d • $48,000 - $74,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Art Teacher creates and implements Art Program sessions at Hope Learning Academy based on goals outlined in the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or by the classroom teacher. This role provides students with an enjoyable Art experience in the classroom, allowing for both group and individual participation in creativity, use of materials, and multi-media experiences. The teacher will also provide Art resources, including requested projects, lesson plans, and materials, to classroom teachers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Art Education

Nice To Haves

• LBS1 certified
• Teaching certificate
• Experience working with children with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct baseline Art Program sessions to determine student’s current level of functioning in the Art setting.
• Design an Art program based on current cognitive, social, emotional, communications, and motor goals.
• Implement targeted programs/activities in weekly sessions, either in group or individual settings.
• Provide students with an enjoyable Art experience in the classroom which allows the opportunity for group as well as individual participation in the areas of creativity, use of materials, multi-media experiences, etc.
• Record student’s or class’s progress after each session, including goals addressed, session plan, comments, and thoughts/ideas for next session.
• Provide Art resources for classroom teachers as necessary, including requested projects, lesson plans, and materials by subject areas (animals, seasons, holidays, etc.).

Benefits

• Paid holidays, sick days, vacation days, and personal days each year.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short & long term disability.
• 401(k) & tuition reimbursement.
• On-site health clinic for covered employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level