K-8 Art Teacher, Berkley Shared Services

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Fine Arts
Date Posted:
1/11/2024
Location:
Shared Time Services
District:
Berkley School District - website
Job Type Description
POSITION:
K-8 Art Teacher (Shared Time Position) - Several Locations (see below)
2 Full-time positions
START DATE:
2023-2024 School Year
QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will:

• Possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate with Art Education endorsement
• Demonstrated coursework and/or specific experience necessary for posted assignment
• Able to plan for and deliver effective instruction, manage student behavior and classroom environment, assess productively, and self-reflect on instructional effectiveness
• Demonstrate evidence of recent coursework and/or in-service activities directed toward improving professional competence

LOCATION(S):
Gesu, Detroit, St. Linus, Dearborn, & Most Holy Trinity, Detroit (1.00 FTE)
Our Shepherd Lutheran, Birmingham) & Peace Lutheran, Shelby Township (.80 FTE)
SALARY:
Shared Time Teacher Salary Schedule
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate preferred
• Teaching experience preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and Preparation

• Plan, implement, teach, and assess a comprehensive program of study.
• Develop plans and organize daily lessons so that instruction, student application, and practice are consistently addressed within the classroom.
• Plan and develop appropriate pre- and post-instruction assessments to evaluate each pupil's progress.
• Plan for appropriate use of materials and resources that motivate students to learn.

Classroom Environment

• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior necessary to provide an orderly and productive instructional environment conducive to teaching and learning.
• Organize classroom space and manage classroom instruction and procedures so students know what they are expected to do and learn.
• Create a learning environment of mutual respect and rapport that supports learning, as well as a sense of physical and emotional safety for all.
• Provide behavioral directions in a calm, clear, and professional manner. Use a variety of well-researched strategies so students enjoy an engaging, positive, and effective culture for learning.

Instruction

• Provide students with opportunities to expand their awareness through access to community resources, field trips, presentations, and guest speakers.
• Maintain an accurate record of student attendance reports, classroom grades, and all relevant/related professional duties.
• Evaluate each pupil's performance, knowledge, and skills.
• Instruct in a manner which balances lecture, student information sharing, discovery and inquiry and whole/small group instruction.
• Use appropriate questioning and discussion techniques.
• Engage students actively and meaningfully in their learning.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain required inventory records of all classroom supplies.
• Participate in faculty committees, community events, student activities, and professional development programs.
• Reflect thoughtfully on teaching practices and modify plans and strategies to improve instruction.
• Dialogue positively with colleagues to continue professional growth.
• Build and maintain a positive rapport with students, staff and parents.
• Actively contribute to building and district school improvement efforts.
• Collect and utilize student data and share with students and parents to improve outcomes.
• Develop a process to communicate with parents and students to share progress

Applicants may email a cover letter and resume to gary.yee@berkleyschools.org
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: untill filled
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