Social Studies Teacher

Institute for the Creative Arts•Fort Smith, AR

1d•$50,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Institute for the Creative Arts (ICA), Arkansas's first Performing & Visual Arts High School, is seeking outstanding Social Studies teachers for grades 9-12. ICA is a charter school with a mission to empower students through an intensive arts and academic curriculum, preparing them for higher education, creative careers, and leadership in the arts industries. Students split their day between a specific arts program and a rigorous academic program. This is a unique opportunity for exceptional instructors to join an innovative high school located in a new, state-of-the-art facility on a 10-acre campus.

Requirements

A Bachelors degree in the core content area of teaching.
Experience teaching high school students.
Experience working with public school officials and parents.
Ability to work collaboratively with other ICA instructors and artist-teachers to provide assistance with student projects and performances when needed.
Must meet AR licensure requirements in core content areas or meet Arkansas Qualified Teacher requirements.

Nice To Haves

Masters degree a plus.
Three years of teaching experience, particularly at the high school level.
Team builder and possessing excellent communication skills.
Ability to collaborate and involve community partners.
Ability to recruit and mentor students.
Ability to work with instructors and students across disciplines.
Interest in working in a creative environment with significant time spent in small group and one-on-one learning.
Interest in working in an arts school with creative students.
Possess the ability to assist students in their creative endeavors.

Responsibilities

Direct and evaluate the learning experiences of the pupil in both curricular and extra-curricular activities in accordance with school policies.
Provide guidance to the pupil which will promote his welfare and his proper educational development.
Maintain liaison with the parents.
Teach and administer the classroom program.
Provide for the care and protection of school property.
Participate in the business and activities of the faculty.
Cooperate with and participate in planning and evaluation of the school program.
Notify the Dean and Department Director as early as possible when it is necessary to be absent from school.
Maintain a cordial and workable relationship with colleagues.
Inform the Dean and Department Director of any action or situation which has affected or may affect the normal classroom activities and which requires supervisory attention.
Study and comply with School Board policy.
Work collaboratively in Professional Learning Communities to promote the arts and assist students in their arts activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.