Arts Appreciation Teacher

Position:   Arts Appreciation Teacher

About the Role:

The Arts Appreciation Teacher will play a pivotal role in fostering a deep understanding and appreciation of arts among students. This position involves creating engaging lesson plans that not only educate but also inspire creativity and critical thinking. The teacher will facilitate discussions, performances, and projects that allow students to explore various art forms and their cultural significance. By integrating hands-on activities and multimedia resources, the teacher will enhance students' learning experiences and encourage them to express their artistic talents. Ultimately, the goal is to cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the arts in students, equipping them with the skills to analyze and enjoy artistic expressions throughout their lives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Fine Arts, or a related field OR Associate degree with strong experience teaching music, fine arts or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Music Education, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Experience teaching music and arts appreciation at the K-12 level.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum that covers various aspects of arts appreciation.
• Conduct engaging lessons that incorporate listening, analysis, and creative expression in music and visual arts.
• Organize and lead extracurricular activities such as art shows, music performances, and field trips to cultural institutions.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support their artistic development.
• Collaborate with other educators and community members to promote arts education and integrate it into the broader school curriculum.

Skills:

The required skills for this position include strong communication and presentation abilities, which are essential for delivering engaging lessons and facilitating discussions. Creativity is crucial, as the teacher will need to design innovative lesson plans that capture students' interest and encourage artistic exploration. Organizational skills will be utilized to manage classroom activities, plan events, and assess student progress effectively. Additionally, a solid understanding of various art forms and their historical contexts will enhance the teacher's ability to provide rich, informative content. Preferred skills, such as proficiency in multiple musical instruments or art techniques, will further enrich the learning environment and provide students with diverse opportunities for expression.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.  Must be able to pass any required drug test.  A written negative drug screening test must be provided to HR prior to being hired. Background investigation required.

SUPERVISOR/CHAIN OF COMMAND:    Chief Academic Officer/Principal of Thomas Academy

WORKING SCHEDULE: Exempt, salaried, full-time professional position scheduled to meet the needs of Thomas Academy/BGHNC.

ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION CORE VALUES:

1. MISSION:   BGHNC employees embrace the principles of integrity, servant leadership, dependability, inclusion, and commitment to promote health, healing, and hope to children, youth, and families.
2. PROFESSIONALISM:  BGHNC employees demonstrate professionalism through positive leadership, giving and receiving feedback, and pursuing ongoing education and professional growth.   BGHNC professionalism includes timeliness, attendance, maintaining appropriate boundaries in all settings, as well as engaging in conduct consistent with BGHNC values.
3. COMMUNICATION:  BGHNC employees provide professional and empathetic feedback with all stakeholders.   They communicate in a positive, strength-based approach in all interactions, demonstrating the integrity and excellence of the organization.
4. TEAMWORK:   BGHNC employees engage in hands-on collaborative efforts with other team members, as well as the BGHNC organization.   They strive to achieve a common goal of completing tasks in the most compassionate, effective, and efficient way – while building an extraordinary workplace with high standards.  BGHNC teamwork is inclusive, equitable, and culturally competent.
5. STEWARDSHIP:  BGHNC employees embrace a long-term approach to decision making.  This approach benefits agency objectives while valuing clients, community, and the culture of BGHNC.  BGHNC stewardship prioritizes a commitment to the organizational assets of property, staff, reputation, and history.
6. RESILIENCY:  BGHNC employees demonstrate the ability to complete job responsibilities, exhibit adaptability and perseverance in all situations, maintain a growth mindset, and strive for an appropriate work/life balance.

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT

This job description is a general description of the essential job functions.    It is not intended as a contract of employment.   Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.   However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.