Art Teacher School Year

Job SummaryRUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOLSTEACHER, SECONDARY SCHOOLJOB DESCRIPTIONQUALIFICATIONS:(1) Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.(2) Certified by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.(3) Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes andState Board of Education regulations.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of child development and especially of characteristics of students in the age groupassigned. Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum. Knowledge of current educational research.Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Knowledge of learning styles andskill in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles. Skill in oral andwritten communication with students, parents and others. Ability to plan and implementactivities for maximum effectiveness. Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively,analyze test results and prescribe actions for improvement. Ability to maintain appropriatestudent supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators and others.REPORTS TO:PrincipalJOB GOALTo provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward thefulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and psychologicalgrowth and maturation in accordance with state and system-wide philosophies, goalsand objectives.SUPERVISES:N/APERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:* (1) Create or select long-range plans based on a review of system and state curriculumpriorities, student profiles and instructional priorities.* (2) Define goals and objectives for unit and daily plans.* (3) Sequence content and activities appropriately.* (4) Identify specific intended learning outcomes which are challenging, meaningful andmeasurable.* (5) Revise plans based on student needs.* (6) Plan and prepare a variety of learning activities considering individual student's culture,learning styles, special needs and socio-economic background.* (7) Develop or select instructional activities which foster active involvement of students inthe learning process.* (8) Plan and prepare lessons and instructional strategies which support the schoolimprovement plan and the system mission.* (9) Select, develop, modify and/or adapt materials and resources which support learningobjectives and address students' varying learning styles, backgrounds and special needs.*(10) Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment in which students areencouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.*(11) Maintain a clean, attractive and organized learning environment.*(12) Maintain academic focus by using a variety of motivational techniques.*(13) Establish and use behavior management techniques which are appropriate and effective.*(14) Establish routines and procedures and work with students on consistently followingthem.*(15) Create a learning climate that is challenging yet non-threatening.*(16) Maintain instructional momentum with smooth and efficient transitions from oneactivity to another.*(17) Establish appropriate testing environment and ensure test security.*(18) Establish and maintain efficient record keeping procedures.*(19) Organize procedures, practices, materials and routines for the effective use ofinstructional time and for the completion of administrative activities.*(20) Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.*(21) Develop and use assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist thecontinuous development of learners.*(22) Interpret and use data (including but not limited to standardized and other test results)for diagnosis, instructional planning and program evaluation.*(23) Use ongoing assessment to monitor student progress, verify that learning is occurringand adjust curriculum and instruction.*(24) Provide feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of workwith a focus on improving student performance.*(25) Communicate, in understandable terms, individual student progress knowledgeably andresponsibly to the student, parents and professional colleagues who need access to theinformation.*(26) Encourage self-assessment by students and assist them in developing plans forimproving their performance.*(27) Administer standardized tests in accordance with directions provided, includingproctoring and secure handling of materials.*(28) Evaluate the effectiveness of instructional units and teaching strategies.*(29) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.*(30) Communicate high learning expectations for all students.*(31) Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.*(32) Monitor learning activities, providing feedback and reinforcement to students.*(33) Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diversebackgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.*(34) Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creativeand evaluative thinking capabilities of students.*(35) Use appropriate material, technology and resources to help meet learning needs of allstudents.*(36) Assist students in assessing, interpreting and evaluating information from multiplesources.*(37) Provide appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special needs,including exceptional education students and students who have limited proficiency inEnglish.*(38) Provide quality work for students which is focused on meaningful, relevant andengaging learning experiences.*(39) Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials andequipment.*(40) Foster student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, integrity, valuing of culturaldiversity, and respect for self and others by role modeling and learning activities.*(41) Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students,parents and community.*(42) Collaborate with students, parents, school staff and other appropriate persons to assist inmeeting student needs.*(43) Provide accurate and timely information to parents and students about academic andbehavioral performance of students.*(44) Work with other teachers in curriculum development, special activities and sharing ideasand resources.*(45) Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention,referral, or reporting actions.*(46) Engage in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.*(47) Assist others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area ofresponsibility.*(48) Keep abreast of developments in instructional methodology, learning theory, curriculumtrends and content.*(49) Conduct a personal assessment periodically to determine professional developmentneeds with reference to specific instructional assignment.*(50) Develop and implement a Professional Development Plan annually in accordance withstate and system requirements.*(51) Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere to professional standards at all timesand dress appropriately.*(52) Perform assigned duties.*(53) Demonstrate attention to punctuality, attendance, records and reports.*(54) Maintain confidentiality of student and other professional information.*(55) Comply with policies, procedures and programs.*(56) Exercise appropriate professional judgment.*(57) Support school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities,services and programs.*(58) Ensure that student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group,subject area and/or student program classification.(59) Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force asfrequently as needed to move objects.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan.Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.