Art Teacher - Berkeley, United States - Berkeley School District 87

Berkeley School District 87

Verified Company

Berkeley, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

JobID: 1339

Position Type:

Middle School Teaching
Date Posted:

5/17/2024
Location:

MacArthur Middle School
Date Available:

School Year
Closing Date:
Until Position Filled

ART TEACHER

Art Endorsement Required
Proper Certification Required
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Effective School Year

Qualifications:
Valid Illinois Professio
nal Educator License (PEL) appropriate for grade level and academic area endorsement or approval as per ISBE

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Reports to:Building Administrators

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Evaluation:As defined by PERA requirements
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Work Calendar:Full-Time, 180 days or as per association agreemen
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Position Goal:Using the approved Board of Education curriculum, provide multiple teaching and learning strategies, technology and resources to challenge and enhance the intellectual, emotional and psychological growth and maturity of students

The Teacher shall be responsible for the following duties and perform other duties that may be assigned by administration:

Superintendent/Board:

Observe and adhere to all Board of Education policies and regulations, and all administrative rules and procedures (AR)
Attend Board meetings when necessary to provide supportive materials and information
Follow all State of Illinois codes relative to the requirements of the Educational program and curriculum
Communicate educational initiatives, objectives and programs to the Administration, Staff and Community

Building:

Support the administration in implementing district practices and programs
Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation and lesson design upon the request of the supervisor
Plan and implement the program of study within the established curriculum approved by the Board of Education that meets the individual needs and abilities of all students
Meet and provide instruction to assigned classes in the locations and times designated
Develop, foster and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning using all available resources
Establish clear instructional goals and objectives which adhere to the philosophy of the District and communicate these to students and parents
Assist in the selection of books, materials, resources and equipment that enhance instruction
Develop, design, and employ multiple teaching and learning instructional strategies to meet the needs of all students for high academic achievement
Include technology and other media sources within the instructional framework to enhance and support the learning environment
Uphold and enforce all school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy
Attend and participate in faculty and other meetings as required
Provide availability to meet with students and parents outside the instructional day
Collaborate with other staff members in planning instructional methods, goals, and objectives
Accept responsibility for assisting/attending cocurricular activities

Students:

Set, communicate and maintain a consistent standard a behavior within the classroom
Set expectations for students to follow a standard of behavior and remain consistent in the enforcement of consequences should students not follow the standards
Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and communicate the progress to parents
Recognize student needs and seek assistance of other professional staff to help students solve social, emotional, physical and academic concerns
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, District policy and administrative regulations
Treat all students with dignity, respect and fairness
Practice all required emergency drills with students
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of students

Individual:

Exhibit confidentiality in relation to students, parents and faculty.
Develop a positive working relationship with administration, staff, students and parents
Assume responsibility for personal and professional growth and development by attending meetings, workshops, conferences and continuing education classes as related to Common Core, Professional Learning Communities, STEM and other topics
Remain current on effective teaching practices, techniques and learning strategies, literature, and new research findings, technology and data collection
Adhere to the new PERA law and Senate Bill 7 which describes the Illinois Learning Standards and requirements for good teaching
Be knowledgeable of and adhere to the District Safety Plan
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect District equipment and facilities