Art Teacher -Secondary

Liberal USD 480 is accepting applications for an Art Teacher.

Additional coaching or sponsorship stipends may be available.

Up to $5,000 sign on bonus.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  Building Principal/Assistant Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

The classroom teacher will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by the Kansas Department of Education.  In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of U.S.D. #480, all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria:

• The minimum of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Kansas Teachers Certificate with an appropriate endorsement.
• ESOL Endorsement preferred ($500.00 annual stipend bonus for Kansas ESOL licensed employees)
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicates high expectations to all learners
• Incorporates appropriate use of technology
• Effectively implements the district-adopted curriculum
• Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design
• Routinely integrates a variety of informal and formal assessments into instruction
• Administers standardized test in accordance with district testing protocol
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities and learning experiences
• Maintains up-to-date records of student progress
• Creates a positive, inviting, and safe learning environment
• Communicates effectively and promotes positive interpersonal relationships
• Supports the Districts educational mission for all students and implements all Board regulations and policies in a fair and equitable manner
• Maintains confidentiality
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the principal or superintendent may assign

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS:

Requirements may include prolonged sitting or standing, physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials, climbing stairs, stooping, bending and reaching; also includes travel.

EVALUATION:

Will be evaluated by building administration in accordance with the Board of Educations policy.

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