Elementary Art Teacher

Working with ES Elementary School Art Specialist Teacher to teach all classes K-5. The position is hands-on, helping to teach and supervise all classes. There will be opportunities for developing curriculum and eventually supervised teaching.This is a part-time position. Benefits for part-time positions are outlined in the Employee Handbook.Personal and Professional Requirements:A passion for the artsA stellar written and communication skillsA collaborative spirit and eagerness to learn by doingA commitment to equitable and inclusive practicesBeing comfortable receiving feedbackA reflective, compassionate, and curious approach to children and familiesStrong planning and organizational skillsA playful, positive attitude, and sense of humorEssential Job Functions: Support the classroom teacher with instruction and supervision of the studentsHave a strong desire to work with K-5th grade students, enjoy working with students Visual art background preferred Set up and cleanup of student projects and materials on a daily basis Maintain and organize art classrooms space and supplies on a daily basis Help to design and hang art displays throughout the school Work with classroom teacher to write and post student progress reports (SPRs)Maintain class web page Personal Skills needed for this position include:Possesses fluency in English languagePatience, kindness, honesty, responsibility, reliability, and flexibilityAbility to facilitate conflict resolutionAbility to listen to and respond to others carefullyHardworking, attention to detail and follow through and problem-solving skillsExhibit excellent verbal and written communication skillsMaintains a positive work attitudeWorks well with others and models professionally appropriate behaviorAbility to adapt and change directions as needed in a demanding educational settingEducation/Experience needed for this position include:4 year college degree Strong computer skills (Knowledge of programs such as: Zoom, Google Drive, Outlook)Experience with a Mac BookPrior experience working directly with children grades K-5 in a school, camp, or daycare settingKnowledge of Crossroads philosophy and the ES approach to learning is preferredArt background preferred Physical Demands:Ability to sit for longer periods of timeAbility to stand for longer periods of timeAbility to walk around campus and climb stairs and laddersAbility to move and lift up 30 pounds