Instructional Staff - Art Teacher (2026 - 2027)

Bishop Moore Catholic Highschool Inc•Fairview Shores, FL

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About The Position

SUMMARY As a contract employee, you are bound by the contents of your contract as well as the BMCHS Faculty Handbook which required your signature. The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees: 1. Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living 2. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness. 3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly. 4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Instructional and Program Management: As a professional educator in a Catholic school, the teacher will: Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church. Understand and appropriately teach the designated curriculum of the Diocese of Orlando. Assess student progress in accordance with the approved procedures of the Diocese of Orlando. Know, teach and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy objectives, and policies and procedures of the Catholic school. Maintain Florida state teaching certification. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians, colleagues, and principal. Participate in the Diocese of Orlando Diocesan Catechist Certification Program and school-sponsored professional development program and strive for continual professional growth. Primary teaching responsibilities include delivering instruction for beginning through advanced level courses in wood and metal working, mixed-media sculpture, hand-built and wheel-thrown ceramics, and foundational 3D Art concepts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining a safe and functional sculpture studio which houses a ceramics working area, wood shop, kiln room, project storage area, outdoor work space, and more. Work with individual students and groups of students in planned, interactive, hands-on visual art classes. Classes may include 3D mediums ceramics, sculpture, drawing, photography, or graphic design. Communicate both concrete and abstract visual arts concepts to students. Prepare learning activities in an environment that fosters collaboration, inquiry, innovation, and personal discovery. Adapt and differentiate teaching methods and instructional material to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests. Demonstrate a willingness to collaborate within the Art department, school community, and greater community on multidisciplinary projects and initiatives. Maintain accurate and complete student records in the current student information system as required by school policies. Pursue relevant professional development to maintain expertise in subject matter, curriculum development, and teaching methods. Demonstrated ability to engage the interest of high school students. Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment. Perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal. Attend required faculty and staff meetings. Cooperate with the principal and staff members in school-related meetings, activities, and projects. Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning and working environment. Participate in the semi-annual performance review based upon the implementation of the general responsibilities of a professional educator in a school. Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters, except in cases where the health or safety of the student or others is involved. In these cases, the appropriate administrator should be notified immediately. Handle routine discipline problems within the classroom. Exhibit professional standards of attendance, punctuality, grooming, language, preparation, and relationship to students as both an adult example and member of a faith community. Must refrain from public criticism of administration, faculty, students, or parents. Has a good understanding of the goals and objectives of the entire school program. Is open to continuous progress using contemporary approaches of instruction, technology, and methodology. Ensure the use of technology in the teaching-learning process. Policy, Reports and Law: Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policies in curriculum and instructional areas. Compile, maintain, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required. Budgeting: Administer the curriculum and instruction budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently. Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs. Assist with recruitment, selection, and training of personnel in the department and make sound recommendations relative to personnel placement, assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Assist with designated teacher appraisal system. Communication: Provide for two-way communication with principal, teachers, staff, parents, and community. Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution with administrators, parents, teachers, staff, and community. Monitor professional research and disseminate ideas and information to other professionals. Community Relations: Articulate the Diocesan Office of School’s mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit its support in realizing district’s mission. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs. Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
You must successfully pass the Diocesan Safe Environment Training and Background Screening process.
A bachelor’s degree in Art or related field
Hold a valid Teaching Certificate from the State of Florida or eligible for State Certification (6-12) in specific subject area
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness.
Ability to manage budgets and personnel.
Ability to coordinate district function.
Ability to implement policy and procedures.
Ability to interpret data.
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Adequate Computer, Software, and Technology skills.
Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings.
Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church.
Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.
Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability, ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
Walking, sitting standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding.
You are required to obtain all necessary certifications related to your teaching duties.

Responsibilities

Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church.
Understand and appropriately teach the designated curriculum of the Diocese of Orlando.
Assess student progress in accordance with the approved procedures of the Diocese of Orlando.
Know, teach and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy objectives, and policies and procedures of the Catholic school.
Maintain Florida state teaching certification.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians, colleagues, and principal.
Participate in the Diocese of Orlando Diocesan Catechist Certification Program and school-sponsored professional development program and strive for continual professional growth.
Primary teaching responsibilities include delivering instruction for beginning through advanced level courses in wood and metal working, mixed-media sculpture, hand-built and wheel-thrown ceramics, and foundational 3D Art concepts.
Maintain a safe and functional sculpture studio which houses a ceramics working area, wood shop, kiln room, project storage area, outdoor work space, and more.
Work with individual students and groups of students in planned, interactive, hands-on visual art classes. Classes may include 3D mediums ceramics, sculpture, drawing, photography, or graphic design.
Communicate both concrete and abstract visual arts concepts to students.
Prepare learning activities in an environment that fosters collaboration, inquiry, innovation, and personal discovery.
Adapt and differentiate teaching methods and instructional material to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
Demonstrate a willingness to collaborate within the Art department, school community, and greater community on multidisciplinary projects and initiatives.
Maintain accurate and complete student records in the current student information system as required by school policies.
Pursue relevant professional development to maintain expertise in subject matter, curriculum development, and teaching methods.
Demonstrated ability to engage the interest of high school students.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment.
Perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal.
Attend required faculty and staff meetings.
Cooperate with the principal and staff members in school-related meetings, activities, and projects.
Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning and working environment.
Participate in the semi-annual performance review based upon the implementation of the general responsibilities of a professional educator in a school.
Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters, except in cases where the health or safety of the student or others is involved. In these cases, the appropriate administrator should be notified immediately.
Handle routine discipline problems within the classroom.
Exhibit professional standards of attendance, punctuality, grooming, language, preparation, and relationship to students as both an adult example and member of a faith community.
Must refrain from public criticism of administration, faculty, students, or parents.
Has a good understanding of the goals and objectives of the entire school program.
Is open to continuous progress using contemporary approaches of instruction, technology, and methodology.
Ensure the use of technology in the teaching-learning process.
Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and local board policies in curriculum and instructional areas.
Compile, maintain, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required.
Administer the curriculum and instruction budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Assist with recruitment, selection, and training of personnel in the department and make sound recommendations relative to personnel placement, assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Assist with designated teacher appraisal system.
Provide for two-way communication with principal, teachers, staff, parents, and community.
Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution with administrators, parents, teachers, staff, and community.
Monitor professional research and disseminate ideas and information to other professionals.
Articulate the Diocesan Office of School’s mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit its support in realizing district’s mission.
Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.