Reports to:  Building Principal

 

Position:  Full-Time, 181 Day Contract   

 

Pinckney Community  Schools seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and visionary educator to serve as the Art Teacher for Country and Farley Hill Elementary Schools.  Pinckney is in Livingston County, known for its suburban-rural mix and a draw for nature lovers with its parks, lakes, and trails.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for cultivating student success, supporting teachers, and creating a welcoming environment for students, staff, and families.

 

Position Overview:

The Art teacher will work closely with the district leadership team, teachers, support staff, parents, and the community to promote the mission and vision of Pinckney Community Schools.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the development and implementation of art curriculum that support the academic success and well-being of all students.


• Create a positive and safe classroom environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and high standards of behavior.


• Foster strong relationships with parents, community members, and other stakeholders to ensure active involvement and collaboration in the educational process.


• Ensure compliance with district policies, state regulations, and educational standards.


• Lead school improvement planning and data-driven decision-making to continuously improve student outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Art Education or Virtual Arts Education (LQ/LX/LZ).


• Ability to design and facilitate lessons and activities with clear standards-aligned learning targets and success criteria as well as ability to connect lessons to real world applications.  


• Ability to effectively assess student learning, implement strategies for student engagement, and promote student ownership of learning.


• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum and pedagogy and art content.


• Demonstrated proficiency in establishing a safe, collaborative classroom environment and culture which promotes success for all students.


• Ability to develop and maintain appropriate relationships and rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.


• Ability and proficiency in professional collaboration and communication.


• Demonstrated proficiency in usage and application of technology, preferably the Google platform.


• Strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction, assessment practices, and best practices for elementary education.


• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.


• Ability to analyze data and use evidence-based practices to drive decision-making.

Preferred

• Additional endorsement area at the grade K-8 level.


• Previous teaching experience at the K-12 level.  


• Experience with project-based or deeper learning principles and practices.

 

Application Process:  Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• A cover letter outlining your qualifications and vision for the role.


• A current resume.


• Copies of transcripts, certifications, and relevant credentials.


• Contact information for at least three professional references.


• Apply via the website www.pinckneypirates.org/jobs

Compensation & Benefits:  Per the Pinckney Community Schools Administrators Association

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk and stand. The employee is occasionally required to bend and or twist at the trunk more than the average person. The employee is continuously repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as books and teaching material. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and the ability to adjust

focus. The ability to travel to other buildings is required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of

time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

 

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. The Pinckney Community School District retains and reserves any and all rights to change,

modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment. This position description is not a contract for employment.

 

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

 

The Pinckney Community School District is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.