Position:    Art Teacher

Location:   Oliver Middle School

Start Date:  August 31, 2026   

Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Art Teacher to join our school district's team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in art education, with the ability to inspire and educate students across multiple grade levels. As an Art Teacher within our district, you will play a crucial role in fostering creativity, artistic expression, and cultural appreciation among our diverse student population.

Responsibilities:

Curriculum/Instructional Planning and Implementation:

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans in accordance with the district's curriculum and educational standards.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and engage students in the learning process and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level/department, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Classroom Management:

• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and cooperation among students.
• Implement effective behavior management strategies to create a conducive learning atmosphere.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Assessment and Feedback:

• Regularly assess student progress using a variety of assessment tools and provide constructive feedback to both students and parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student performance data and tailor instructional approaches accordingly.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

Parent Communication:

• Foster open and effective communication with parents through regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, and other communication channels.
• Work collaboratively with parents to support students' academic and social development.

Professional Development:

• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, teaching methodologies, and curriculum advancements. This includes attending workshops, seminars and professional meetings such as faculty and department/grade level meetings.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to share best practices and enhance the overall learning experience for students.

Other:

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and NYS Certification in k-12 Art.
• Strong knowledge of English curriculum, instructional strategies, and educational trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.