Teacher - Art (2026-2027)

Keller ISD•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in art to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help them develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Model KISD’s organizational beliefs and values, support high student achievement, deliver program support and services, communicate effectively across teams, and contribute to District goals. The role includes planning and delivering in-person instruction, assessing student learning, supporting students with differing needs, managing the classroom, communicating with families and colleagues, and meeting professional and District requirements. Work is completed on-site at an assigned school or building; remote work is not available, and frequent districtwide travel is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Valid Texas Teaching Certificate in the assigned subject.
Valid Texas Teacher Certificate in English as a Second Language, required for all core subject teachers.
Student teaching, an approved internship, or related work experience.
Knowledge of the assigned academic subject, curriculum, and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement in-person lesson plans aligned with the District curriculum and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual student differences and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology.
Assess student learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities.
Work with Special Education Teachers to modify curricula for students in accordance with their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Collaborate 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 on an ongoing basis through 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 for students.
Create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for 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, file, and secure required reports, records, and other physical and computerized documents, and maintain systems for retrieving information.
Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in staff development to improve job-related skills and pursue professional development aligned with District goals, initiatives, and current professional research.
Comply with State, District, and school regulations and policies; legal requirements; directives; and the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures, maintain confidentiality, and perform other related duties as assigned.