MS Visual Arts Teacher

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter School•Bronx, NY

48d•$70,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School is seeking an enthusiastic and/or experienced Visual Arts teacher to provide instruction to our middle school students. Under the general supervision of the Middle School Principal, the art teacher will work collaboratively with other teachers within the specials department and across other content areas to provide a well-rounded learning experience in Visual Arts for students.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree required
At least 2 years prior teaching art in middle/high school preferred
NYS certification in Visual Arts preferred
Demonstrated success working in non-traditional and/or urban school settings
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience with educational technology (SMART Board, student laptops, etc.)

Responsibilities

Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught
Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student
Integrate available technology resources compatible with students' needs and abilities
Develop lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential
Plan with appropriate specialist(s) to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences
Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students
Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning
Monitor students' understanding of the lesson and adjusts teaching when appropriate
Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully
Explain content and demonstrates skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students
Hold each learner individually responsible for learning
Plan and execute art showcases, including for bulletin boards, events, and an annual art show featuring the students' work
Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed
Effectively use both teacher-made and standardized tests, as appropriate, to measure student performance
Use oral, non-verbal, and performance tasks/projects for student assessment
Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions
Continuously monitor students' progress before, during, and after instruction, and provides meaningful feedback
Demonstrate competence in the use of acceptable grading/ranking/scoring practices in recording and reporting student achievement
Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication
Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students
Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect and active listening
Model concern for students' emotional and physical well being
Seek and maintains positive interactions with students in all school settings
Seek information about student interests and opinions
Enforce the school's student behavior policy
Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents
Actively monitor student behavior and provides feedback in a constructive manner to students and parents
Create a physical setting and establishes routines that promote learning and minimize disruption
Structure transitions in an efficient and constructive manner
Manage emergency situations, as they occur, in school settings
Maintain a professional appearance and comportment
Interact with colleagues and students in an ethical and professional manner
Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations
Select appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems, and maintain confidentiality
Complete all classroom and school assignments and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner
Participate in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, course work and committees or membership in professional organizations
Explore and apply knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues
Identify areas of personal strength and weakness and seek improvement of skills and professional performance
Initiate communication with parents or guardians concerning student progress or problems in a timely manner
Respond promptly to parental concerns and encourages parental involvement within the school
Work cooperatively with community members in carrying our school and community sponsored functions
Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, sharing teaching insights and coordinating student learning
Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program in Visual Arts
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range achievement levels
Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment
Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions
Organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks
Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills
Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting
Knowledge or ability to use SIS (student information systems) or online learning platforms (PowerSchool, Google Classroom, etc.)