Cascadia Elementary - Art Teacher - 0.5 FTE

$59,386 - $137,434/Yr

Seattle Public Schools - Bothell, WA

Part-time - Entry Level

Bothell, WA

Educational Services

About the position

The Art Teacher at Cascadia Elementary is responsible for fostering an effective learning environment for students in grades up to 6. This part-time position (0.5 FTE) involves developing and revising curriculum and instructional materials, establishing learning objectives based on district guidelines, and providing instruction tailored to meet the individual needs of students. The teacher will also counsel, discipline, and supervise students to ensure their academic and personal growth. The role requires maintaining daily attendance and may involve teaching multiple groups of students throughout the day, particularly in art education. The essential functions of the position include creating an educational environment that supports the learning and maturation of students, planning instructional programs that cater to individual and group needs, and preparing lesson plans that align with the curriculum. The teacher will utilize appropriate instructional methods and materials, implement established program objectives, and engage in professional development to stay current with instructional techniques. Classroom management is a critical aspect of the role, requiring the establishment of policies and procedures that promote positive behavior and conduct among students. Additionally, the Art Teacher will confer with students, parents, and staff to foster open communication and support student achievement. Responsibilities also include evaluating student progress, preparing reports for guardians, and collecting data for administrative purposes. The teacher will direct the activities of non-certificated personnel and participate in staff meetings and professional development activities as required by the district. The position demands flexibility, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and the capacity to manage a diverse classroom environment effectively.

Responsibilities

• Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth; prepares lesson plans.
• Uses necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved; implements established program or curriculum objectives; attends in-service training and continues to improve professional growth through study and experimentation to remain current in methods and techniques for instruction.
• Establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; provides guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct; makes referrals for assistance where appropriate.
• Confers with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, maintaining an open positive relationship as appropriate to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement.
• Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluates and records student progress; prepares reports for parents or guardians.
• Collects and interprets a variety of data; provides reports for administrative purposes.
• Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate.
• Experience in teaching a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population in an urban school system.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications.
• Ability to design and implement lesson plans for students with a wide range of achievement levels.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with bilingual students and assisting them in the transition to regular classrooms.
• Experience implementing programs designed to prevent the dropout of 'at risk' students.
• Experience teaching multi-level, open-concept, and mainstreamed classes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $59,385.60 - $137,433.60 annually.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on student achievement.