Art Teacher - Brandywine School

Devereux•West Chester, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a supportive teaching environment with low student-teacher ratios and the ability to make a significant impact on student outcomes? Do you want to join a multi-disciplinary team with a strengths-based approach, emphasizing positive behavior supports? Being a Art Teacher at Devereux has its Advantages. You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need and a passion for delivering a high quality of education at our Brandywine School located in West Chester, PA. The Brandywine School located in West Chester, PA offers education curriculum to children functioning at all grade levels. A multi-sensory educational strategy is used at all schools, employing traditional instruction, hands-on and independent learning, as well as technology, to individualize a student’s progress in all academic areas, particularly math and reading. The transition from school to career, and all of the necessary interrelated skills, are a main focus of the school program. Devereux’s approved private schools offer high quality, innovative special education programs that work in tandem with families and school districts to ensure that students can return to their local schools and communities with the tools they will need to succeed. Children and young adults may come to Devereux as a day student, or as a part of residential treatment. Each student has an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), which outlines goals for skill development and the best strategies by which the student can reach his/her goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and an active Instructional I or II Pennsylvania teacher certification or eligible for Pennsylvania Instructional I certification.
Emergency certification available.
Special Education Teacher experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare lesson plans to include content and instructional goals, incorporating student knowledge and abilities
Instruct students in art by engaging students in learning, using a variety of presentation techniques, teaching relevant content, providing specific and timely feedback to students, and assessing progress
Maintain compliance with all training/learning requirements and takes initiative in seeking opportunities for professional growth.