Art Teacher - Propel Montour Middle/High School

Propel Schools•Kennedy Township, PA

4d•$50,485 - $101,454•Onsite

About The Position

Propel Montour is seeking a Middle/High School Art Teacher. The teacher collaborates with administrators and staff to plan for and lead students toward learning success, and develops and teaches curriculum based on the Pennsylvania Common Core Standards. Propel schools operate an extended school year with 190 instructional days and 30 professional development days, for 220 work days annually. Propel’s Fine Arts program is an essential part of the core curriculum. Art classrooms provide culturally affirming, emotionally and physically safe spaces where scholars can take artistic risks and access grade-level content through authentic learning experiences. Students plan, create, revise, refine, and share artistic work; respond to authentic works and media; and explore and express their identities. Visual Arts Teachers have access to curriculum aligned with the National Core Arts Standards, exhibition opportunities, and Art of Education University resources, including FLEX curriculum and PRO professional development coursework. Fine Arts teachers also have collaboration opportunities with local organizations, dedicated supply budgets, and individualized professional development and support.

Requirements

Valid Pennsylvania certification in the corresponding content area being taught.
Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
High level of personal organization and planning.
Ability to develop rigorous lesson plans and assessments.
Deep content-area knowledge.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
Ability to use data to differentiate instruction.
Commitment to the Promising Principles of Propel.
Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness, with the ability to reflect and adapt to diverse environments.
Skill in using Google Suite and willingness to experiment with and work with new technologies.

Responsibilities

Design coherent instruction using prescribed unit and lesson structures aligned with state standards and emerging best practices.
Develop and continually update learning resources and actively participate in professional development.
Create a respectful instructional environment that promotes rapport and a culture of learning.
Use varied instructional strategies to engage students in age-appropriate learning, including computer-assisted, cooperative, and student-centered approaches.
Manage student behavior and classroom procedures to promote a safe learning environment.
Assess student learning through formal and informal techniques and use assessment information to guide instruction.
Implement student IEPs and participate in the special education process as needed.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and report student progress according to school policies and procedures.
Prepare for and meet annual performance expectations as prescribed or approved by administration.
Communicate regularly with families and respond promptly to family-initiated communication.
Collaborate with administrators and staff in planning and leading students toward learning success.
Develop and teach curriculum based on the Pennsylvania Common Core Standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $50,485–$101,454, based on relevant prior work experience (year 4 of salary scale).
Relocation allowance for new hires moving to the area from 90 miles away or farther.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options at low cost for individuals and families.
403(b) retirement plan; Propel contributes 5% automatically and matches up to 4%, with increased contributions after five years.
Two paid Wellness Days annually, five sick days, and ten Personal Days for teachers.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually for eligible coursework upon completion and receipt of grades.
Wellness reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities and the opportunity to earn up to $300 annually for participation in a Wellness Program.
School-based and network-wide professional development, including new-teacher Induction and ongoing annual Immersion support.
Leadership and career-development opportunities through Leadership Pathways.
Access to National Core Arts Standards-aligned curriculum, embedded exhibition opportunities, and Art of Education University resources, including FLEX and PRO.
Fine Arts collaboration opportunities with local organizations, dedicated supply budgets, and individualized professional development and support.