Art Teacher

Description:

• To ensure high-quality instruction linked to the school and district strategic goals for all students.

• To provide a rigorous academic environment that actively engages students; incorporates best educational practices; creates an inclusive environment that addresses the needs of all learners and supports the social/emotional development of the students.

Student Achievement metrics:

• 90% of Pre-K-2nd students are on/above grade level in reading, language, and math.

• 85% of 1st-2nd students are on/above grade level in reading, language, and math.

• 80% of students achieve Level 3, 50% achieve Level 4, and 20% at Level 5 on FAST exams.

• Junior Class ACT Average Score of 21

• 100% of BPA seniors meet the requirements for Graduation.

• 50% of all students in Intervention grow two or more years in Reading and Math.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.

• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student.

• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for the communities in which they identify.

• Implement and uphold BPA behavior management system that aligns with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.

• Complete all lesson internalization based on curriculum vision to achieve district goals  

• Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions to maximize achievement

• Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators

• Implement state learning standards and BPA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.

• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update the grade book weekly.

• Communicate students’ progress with students and families every week

• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.

• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.

• Participate in weekly check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.

• Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.

• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week