High School Art Teacher

Hudson Independent School Dist•Lufkin, TX

19h

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core academic subject area to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop competencies and skills for functioning successfully in society. The teacher develops and delivers instruction, assesses student learning, manages the classroom, supports student development, communicates with families and colleagues, and complies with district and school policies. The role may include directing assigned instructional aides and assuming extracurricular responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements, or related training and work experience qualifying for a certification waiver under the District of Innovation Plan.
Demonstrated competency in the assigned core academic subject area.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject.
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Student teaching, an approved internship, or related work experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that meet district curriculum requirements and document preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences.
Select and use instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology suited to students’ learning styles and needs, and present subject matter in accordance with applicable guidelines.
Assess student learning styles and use the results to plan instruction.
Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula for students in accordance with their Individual Education Plans.
Work with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods consistent with district requirements.
Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee its completion.
Assess student achievement through ongoing formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
Serve as a positive role model and support the school district’s mission.
Create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
Maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Direct the work of assigned instructional aides.