Job Details Job ID: 5089684 Job Description Position Title: 2D Visual Art Salary Range: Teacher Contract Contract Length: Teacher Contract Immediate Supervisor: Principal Basic Function: The 2-D Visual Art teacher is a highly qualified and state certified teacher responsible for delivering Grades 5-8 visual art content in a differentiated manner that is aligned with the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art and STEAM/arts integration This position will include a combination of classes which may include 2 D visual art and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math,) taught in a project based learning format Essential Duties & Responsibilities: + Have a working knowledge of best practices in visual art education, STEAM, arts integration, and Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art, while implementing a curriculum based in creativity. + Guide, motivate and engage students in learning, including understanding the basic elements of art and principles of design, using a variety of art tools and materials. + Develop student cognitive and fine motor skills, enhancing artistic vocabulary and communication, promoting self-esteem, self-motivation, aesthetic awareness, cultural exposure, creativity, improved emotional expression and social harmony, relationships, team-building, cooperation, self-confidence, and providing an avenue for building personal artistic competencies. + Maintain a safe classroom, using appropriate classroom management skills. + Maintain open communication and professional relationships with all stakeholders. + Complete and maintain all required student records. + Utilize the SBCSC technology, as required. + Utilize instructional materials/curriculum/resources recommended for the district. + Attend and participate in required staff meetings and building-wide training and initiatives. + Control storage and use of all school-owned art equipment and supplies. + Assist with compiling budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs. + Display student artwork in the school building, rotating it as is appropriate. + Host a Visual Art or Fine Arts Fair during the year for parents to attend (highly recommended) can be done in conjunction with a vocal and/or instrumental music event. + Attend corporation-wide Visual Art and Fine Arts staff meetings and training sessions, as scheduled. + Sign up and hang student artwork in the Administration Building for a minimum of two months, annually. + Participate in the annual IC Art Exhibition at the Colfax Cultural Center. + Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments of students lievement. + Accompany and supervise students on field trips, when necessary. + Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations. + Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures. + Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business. + Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance. Qualifications: + Licensed and highly-qualified in the area of Visual Art. + Ability to manage a budget and supplies. + Knowledge of state, district and school policies and procedures. + Ability to interpret district policies, procedures and data. + Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills. + Experience working in an urban environment is preferred. + Must not currently be on a Performance Improvement Plan + Specialized training in STEAM/Arts integration + Knowledge and/or practical experience with gender based instruction. + Actively engage parents in the education of their children. + Maintain regular documented communication between home and school. + Utilize technology daily to enhance the learning environment. Physical Demands: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other technologies and office equipment, sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; kneeling; bending at the waist; lifting; pushing; pulling and carrying equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to 25 pounds; repetitive hand movement and fine coordination to use a computer keyboard; emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; seeing to read; prepare and assure the accuracy of documents. Position Type: Full-Time Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred.