Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Art Teacher to join our educational team at Alcona Middle/High School. The ideal candidate will inspire creativity and foster artistic expression among students in a supportive and engaging environment. This full-time position offers the opportunity to teach a diverse range of art techniques and concepts while encouraging students to explore their individual artistic voices.

Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive art curriculum that aligns with state standards and fosters creativity and critical thinking.
- Teach various art forms, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media, to students in middle and high school grades.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and collaboration.
- Assess and evaluate student progress, providing constructive feedback to support artistic development.
- Organize and oversee student art exhibits, contests, and other events to showcase student work.
- Collaborate with other faculty members to integrate art into interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
- Maintain an inventory of art supplies and manage classroom resources effectively.
- Stay current with art education trends and best practices, incorporating new techniques and technologies into the curriculum.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and achievements.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Valid teaching certification in Art Education for middle and high school levels.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating proficiency in various art techniques and mediums.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students.
- Experience in teaching art to middle and high school students is preferred.
- Knowledge of current trends in art education and ability to incorporate technology into the classroom.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and parents.

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Alcona Community Schools
Job Description
Job Title: Secondary Teacher
Work Location: 51 N. Barlow Road, Lincoln MI 48742
Reports to: Building Principal
Full Time
Part Time
Salary: All newly hired teachers to be placed on Step 1 of the
appropriate degree lane. Salary amount to be
determined per Schedule A of the current Collective
Bargaining Agreement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Teacher will plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning
environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is
performed under the supervision of the principal:
● Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials to facilitate active learning.
● Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
● Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
● Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
● Maintain discipline in accordance with the policies and disciplinary systems of Alcona Community Schools.
● Provide appropriate feedback on work.
● Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
● Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
● Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school
regulations.
● Prepare required reports on students and activities
● Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress
and student needs.
● Establish and communicate clear learning objectives for all learning activities.
● Prepare the classroom for classroom activities
● Make available district provided learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
● Observe and evaluate student’s work performance and development
● Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.
● Manage student behavior during transition times and before and after school as assigned.
● Actively participate in a variety of district meetings including those that are mandatory.
● Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability
backgrounds
● Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return
phone calls, and answer emails
● Participate in appropriate professional activities
● Provide supervision of students, as designated and assigned.
● Act in a professional supervisory capacity when interacting with or observing students and student behavior.
● Other duties as assigned
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Required Education:
● Valid MI Teaching Certificate Per MDE Requirements for Placement
● Must meet No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Standards for position.

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Preferred Experience: Experience as a certified teacher in Michigan
Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
● Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
● Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
● Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
● Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
● Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
● Meet professional teacher education requirements of the school, district, and state.
● Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given,
● prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
Physical Requirements:
The following list provides an overview of the key physical requirements of this position.
● Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s)
● Fingering - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or
arm as in handling.
● Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or
important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
● Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the
ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound.
● Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
● This position requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data
and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.
● The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
District Notice Requirements:
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace
throughout his/her employment in the District.
ALCONA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER
In compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disability Act
of 1990, it is the policy of the Alcona Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national
origin, sex, age, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to
discrimination during any program or activity or in employment.
The Board of Education of the Alcona Community Schools, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education
program or activity, and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner.
The requirement not to discriminate in its education program or activity extends to admission and employment. The
District’s Title IX Coordinator(s) are:
Mr. Tim Lee [email protected]
Any inquiries about the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations to the District may be referred to the Title
IX Coordinator(s), the Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Date Produced: 05/30/2023 Version Number: 1.0

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