Teacher, Art - West Allis, United States - MyPath

MyPath West Allis, United States

1 hour ago

Full time

Description

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy caring for and mentoring others with disabilities?

MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.

Overview

Bachelor's Degree in Art Therapy or Adaptive Art Education.

• Possesses upon hire or obtains within six (6) months of starting, a substitute teaching license with Wisconsin DPI and maintains same, not allowing it to lapse. Any lapse of greater than one (1) month may be subject to corrective action.

• Requires demonstrated knowledge and skills in working with dually diagnosed students with emotional disturbance and developmental disabilities in a therapeutic environment.

• Previous experience designing and facilitating adaptive art education and projects preferred.

• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and exercises good judgment in making quick decisions and solving problems.

• Remains calm under pressure and maintains self-composure/self-control in times of high stress or when others are excited.

Additional Information

• Provides appropriate individualized art activities within the School structure/treatment plan and relevant IEP requirements.

• Designs and modifies traditional art activities including the tools, techniques and medium used to meet the skill level and abilities of the students. Selects projects and activities that foster an environment conducive to the development of the students' independence, competence, and sense of self-worth, as well as physical, mental, and social skills.

• Demonstrates initiative in developing and implementing new educational approaches. Incorporates new instructional models, adaptive art tools, and resources to foster optimum educational standards and ability to reach students' changing needs. Provides innovative ideas for developing and enhancing the special events programs. Applies knowledge gained through participation in continuing education, attendance at professional conferences, review of professional journals, and participation in in-service programs as directed by the SES.

• Displays projects created by the students in order to increase their self-esteem and portray a positive image at the facility and in the community. Writes a summary of each project describing the activity, participation, its success, and suggestions for improvement, when appropriate. Maintains the art display area in a clean and organized manner.

• Responsible for maintaining an inventory list of all art supplies and equipment. With approval of the SES and within budget parameters purchases supplies and equipment as needed ensuring that they meet the needs of the students.

• Documents student progress in class and shares this as appropriate and contributes to IEP as appropriate.

• Willingly and with confidence readily substitute teaches in other areas of the school as needed or directed. Follows lesson plans as outlined by primary teacher.

• Functions within legal, licensing, school, and professional standards in maintaining a therapeutic and educational environment for students. Reports per policy any suspected student abuse, whether physical, sexual, or mental/psychological. Implements as needed the student's Behavior Management Plan incorporating recommendations from staff and other sources.

• Demonstrates behavior management and behavior education techniques used by the School.

• Conducts self in positive, respectful, and collaborative manner demonstrating proactive actions and decision making that foster supportive working relationships and a healthy and safe environment for the students. Remains current with latest School information and developments, attends and actively participates in required meetings and staffing, facilitates teamwork by providing lesson plans and instructions in case of absence, acts as a role model for students, staff, and the community.

• Complies with and positively reinforces with others company's Mission Statement, expectations outlined in company handbook, policies, and procedures, and

MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.

Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional is supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.

Our Culture

At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:

Passion

Accountability

Teamwork

Openness

Continuous Learning and Innovation

As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You'll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless

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