Art Teacher

$56,500 - $56,500/Yr

New Braunfels Independent School District - New Braunfels, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

New Braunfels, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Art Teacher position at New Braunfels Independent School District is designed to provide students with engaging learning activities that foster their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The role involves developing lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and assessing student progress to ensure that all students can succeed academically and socially.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency and district policies.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment.
• Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
• Use technology to enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students' development.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.
• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.
• ESL Certification required within six months of employment for elementary and secondary core teachers.
• Knowledge of subjects assigned and general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• At least one year of student teaching or approved internship experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $56,500 per year.
• Full-time employment with a supportive educational environment.