Connecticut Reap Greenwich , CT 06830
Posted 1 week ago
Job Description:
Greenwich Public Schools is seeking a 0.7 FTE visual arts teacher for North Street Elementary School effective August 26, 2024.
Position Purpose
To provide an instructional program that will help students to:
Create, perform, and respond with understanding to the arts
Appreciate the importance of the arts in expressing human experiences
Be prepared to apply their arts knowledge and skill throughout their lifetimes
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of current art instructional teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as ability to differentiate instruction based upon student learning styles
Knowledge of and experience teaching to the National Core Arts Standards
Ability to use a computer network system and software applications as needed
Ability to organize and coordinate work
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents/guardians
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
Essential Responsibilities
Administers school art curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for art instruction
Provides instruction by which students develop aesthetic concepts and appreciation and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art, art appreciation, and what constitutes art
Utilizes a variety of social-emotional and art therapeutic strategies to engage all diverse learners in the school
Conducts ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including those of students with special needs
Conducts individual and small-group instruction as needed
Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids
Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time
Instructs pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment used in art classes
Creates learning opportunities through which students can analyze and evaluate artistic expression both intellectually and emotionally
Reviews and implements modifications, accommodations, and intervention plans for all students, both general education students and special education students
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Qualifications Profile
Please apply via the Greenwich Public Schools Human Resources Frontline site, Job 2491.
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