Instructional Specialist - Art (10 month/school Year)

Berkeley Unified School District • Berkeley, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of an assigned supervisor, provide instruction and lessons to classes of students in an assigned specialized subject-matter area; observe, monitor and record student behavior and performance; assist teachers in maintaining student academic and attendance records, and perform related duties as assigned. Instructional Specialists are responsible for delivering classroom instruction and preparing lesson plans and materials for classes in an assigned specialized subject-matter area, including art, music, percussion, athletics, dance, drama, African dance, nutrition and cooking and gardening. Work assigned to an Instructional Specialist requires detailed knowledge in subject areas applicable to their instructional assignment and the ability to provide instruction to elementary or secondary students in an effective and engaging manner.

Requirements

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in the assigned instructional area
• At least one year of experience working with school-age children in an organized educational environment
• Equivalent combination of training and experience
• Knowledge of assigned specialized subject matter areas, including applicable state and District standards and regulations
• Knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques of improving student knowledge through specialized structured lesson plans, teaching techniques, and instructional materials
• Knowledge of methods and practices of child instruction and tutoring
• Knowledge of correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Knowledge of administrative practices and procedures, including record-keeping and filing practices and procedures
• Ability to perform specialized tasks applicable to specialized subject areas
• Ability to operate a computer, other standard office equipment and specialized equipment and materials
• Ability to organize, set priorities and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility
• Ability to monitor and control student behavior
• Ability to organize and maintain confidential student records and files
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports, and files
• Ability to use tact, discretion, courtesy, and patience in dealing with sensitive and difficult students and situations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with District management, administrators, faculty, staff, parents, students, and others encountered in the course of work

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in a specialized area of instruction; develop and prepare lesson plans, curriculum and content according to state and District standards; plan, develop and deliver classroom lessons and presentations; develop a variety of instructional materials and exercises; develop methods to explain or demonstrate information to students; prepare samples and demonstrates techniques, processes and methods for students; monitor and assists students through drill, practice and other instructional methods; work with and tutors' individual and small groups of students in assigned subject matter areas to reinforce class lessons, improve skill levels and assist students in completing class and homework assignments; assist instructors in evaluating student understanding and progress; establish class rules and monitors and controls student behavior according to established procedures.
• Set up and arrange materials, supplies and equipment for instructional activities; provide technical assistance in the operation, adjustment and maintenance of specialized equipment as assigned.
• Order and maintain supplies, materials and equipment, ensuring adequate supply for instructional use; prepare, issue and collect materials and equipment for student use.
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress and attendance and class activities; conduct parent and student meetings with staff; confer with school site staff regarding class and outside events; work with staff and administrators to build support for program and instructional activities.
• Maintain a variety of reports and records; track student attendance and participation; maintain records of student progress and attendance as assigned.
• Coordinate, plan, organize and oversee student performances and exhibitions; work with community organizations and agencies to make arrangements for student exhibitions and performances.
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment; set up and break down materials for classroom lessons; launder and clean items as necessary.
• Perform general clerical duties in support of classroom activities, including filing, typing or duplicating materials.
• Provide instruction on a variety of art methods and techniques, including painting, drawing, clay and pottery making, math-art classes, costume design, poetry-art, graphic art, clay animation and ceramics; set up student art exhibits at local museums.

What This Job Offers

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