Art Teacher

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS•Laurel, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!

Requirements

Valid Maryland teaching license in Art Education, required OR valid Maryland Special Education license with demonstrated fine arts experience

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with emotional and behavioral needs

Responsibilities

Provides art instruction to all classes, including middle, lower, and high school students
Teaches content‑area courses for high school credit
Provides weekly art instruction to middle and lower school classes
Teaches afternoon work‑skills modules for high school students
Selects appropriate instructional materials and strategies aligned with curriculum goals
Evaluates students’ academic and behavioral functioning and adjusts instruction as needed
Implements individual and group behavior management programs
Actively supervises students to ensure safety, including hallway transitions, bus, and playground duty
Assists in crises as needed
Chairs the Art Committee and coordinates fine arts activities
Serves as liaison for community art opportunities
Assists with coordination of volunteers in art and special activity areas
Maintains art and work‑skills equipment, inventory, and supplies
Maintains program budget and reports expenditures to supervisor