MIDDLE SCHOOL ART TEACHER - GEORGETOWN TEXAS

About the position

The Middle School Art Teacher at Gateway College Preparatory School is responsible for providing students with rigorous learning activities and experiences in the academic subject and grade assigned. The goal is to help students develop competencies and skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. The teacher will work collaboratively with other staff members to determine instructional goals and objectives, utilize various instructional strategies, conduct assessments, and create a conducive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other members of campus and district staff to determine instructional goals and objectives and serve the needs of all students.
• Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Prepare and provide instruction based on accommodations as outlined in the student's IEP.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Report and communicate student progress to parents.
• Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Be a positive role model for students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
• Assist in monitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by principal.
• Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Participate in all continuing professional development and relevant ARD meetings.
• Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records and other documents, as required.
• Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.
• Promote and contribute to campus-wide initiatives including AVID.
• Protect confidentiality of students and their families.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Support the mission and vision of the campus and district.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of the campus and district.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate.
• Art EC-12 and yearbook certification.
• Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or other applicable field/volunteer work.
• Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instructing students in the subject and grade level assigned.
• Strong knowledge of developing curriculum and integrating technology into daily instruction.

Benefits

• Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Telehealth.
• Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability.
• 403b and 457b Investment Plans.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options.
• Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance.
• Legal Services.