Visual Arts Educator

4 days ago


Fort Worth, Texas, United States Academy of Visual and Performing Arts Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Visual Arts Educator to join our team at the Academy of Visual and Performing Arts. As a Visual Arts Educator, you will be responsible for creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment that fosters the artistic growth and development of our students.

Key Responsibilities
  • Instructional Strategies
    • Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that align with the curriculum and program requirements, incorporating differentiation, scaffolding, and formative and summative assessments.
    • Prepare lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
    • Provide instruction and learning experiences that promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
    • Plan and utilize instructional strategies, learning activities, materials, equipment, and technologies to build students' content knowledge and skills.
    • Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
    • Collaborate with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEP).
    • Work with colleagues to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
    • Assist in the selection of instructional materials and equipment.
    • Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
  • Student Growth and Development
    • Utilize a variety of ongoing formative and summative assessment measures to determine mastery of grade-level, content-area standards.
    • Use data, including disaggregated data of subgroups of students, to determine the effectiveness of instruction and make instructional adjustments in response to student needs.
    • Maintain accurate and efficient record-keeping of official attendance records, grade reports, student files, and other documents.
    • Perform essential functions and roles pertaining to standardized testing, including monitoring and proctoring tests, securing and disseminating test data, and maintaining current and accurate records of student test data.
  • Classroom Management and Organization
    • Create a classroom learning environment that promotes learning and is conducive to the physical, psychological, social, and emotional well-being of students.
    • Implement and maintain effective student-centered discipline techniques and classroom management strategies to maximize student learning and time on task.
    • Establish and consistently monitor expectations for student behavior in and outside of class, between classes, during performances/exhibitions, and when off campus.
    • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Communication
    • Provide two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and the community.
    • Communicate in a way that fosters collegiality and team building among staff members.
    • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
    • Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
    • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
  • Professional Growth and Development
    • Collaborate with core and non-core educators during professional learning and professional development.
    • Collaborate to design arts-integrated, project-based learning experiences for all students.
    • Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
  • Other
    • Stay informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
    • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
    • Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
    Requirements

We are seeking a candidate with a strong commitment to the Academy of Visual and Performing Arts' mission and a willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of our students, families, and staff. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of the following skills:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for the subject and level assigned (or accepted in an approved Alternative Certification Program) and have passed the required prerequisite examinations
  • Art Certification (Preferred): Art: EC-12, Junior High School, High School, Secondary, Grades 6-12, Grades 6-8, or All Level: Art
  • Ability to lead, influence, and hold others accountable to high standards of academic and artistic excellence
  • Strong learning orientation and desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
  • Successful criminal background check required
Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package with comprehensive health benefits. All staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed, including relevant and quality professional development, laptop computer, email, and all necessary supplies.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.



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