25-26 Elementary Art Teacher

About the position

The Maricopa Unified School District is seeking an Elementary Teacher for grades Kindergarten through 5th Grade. This position is classified as exempt and operates under a 187 or 189 day contract. The teacher will be responsible for teaching basic subject matter to pupils in a classroom, utilizing a course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities. The role involves developing lesson plans, providing individualized instruction, and maintaining a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Teaches basic subject matter to pupils in a classroom, utilizing a course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction.
• Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop evaluation methods.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

Requirements

• A valid Arizona Department of Education Certification/Endorsement consistent with assignment.
• A valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Knowledge of best practice teaching strategies.
• Knowledge of best practices in classroom management.
• Knowledge of data assessment and disaggregation.
• Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of district rules of conduct and ethics.
• Knowledge of relevant Governing Board Policies.
• Skill in monitoring and correcting student behavior.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Professional communication skills effectively (verbal and written).