Job Description
Job Description
Regional School Unit No. 57 (RSU 57)
Waterboro, Maine
Position Title: Art Teacher
Location: Massabesic Middle School (MMS)
District: Regional School Unit 57
Reports To: Building Administration (Principal and/or Assistant Principal)
Job Goal
To deliver high-quality instruction and services that empower students to develop the knowledge, skills, and habits of work necessary to become successful, engaged individuals and citizens.
Position Overview
Art Teacher
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in a specific area of teaching
Certification: Must hold appropriate Maine Department of Education Certification
Appropriate training and preparation for middle school-level instruction
Performance Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum
Program Planning: Design a program of study that aligns with student needs, interests, and abilities while meeting curriculum goals.
Objective Setting: Establish clear learning objectives for all lessons and projects.
Instructional Methods: Employ diverse teaching methods and materials appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
Substitute Readiness: Organize work and classes so that substitute teachers can step in with minimal loss of learning.
Classroom Environment
Engagement: Create a classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and is appropriate to student maturity levels.
Behavior Management: Develop and maintain fair and just classroom rules in alignment with district policies to ensure an orderly learning environment.
Safety: Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assessment & Student Support
Regular Feedback: Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide timely feedback.
Specialized Support: Identify student learning difficulties and collaborate with district specialists when required.
Accessibility: Remain available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day as reasonably requested.
Professionalism & Collaboration
Professional Growth: Strive for continuous professional improvement.
Team Participation: Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and actively participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, and climbing stairs.
Physical Tasks: Bending, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and crouching.
Lifting: Ability to lift ranging from 25-75 lbs depending on student size and situational needs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Terms of Employment
Salary & Conditions: To be established by the RSU 57 School Board.
Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the School Board's policy on evaluation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability. Retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations is prohibited.
Note
This job description reflects the general requirements of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be assigned.
Regional School Unit No. 57 (RSU 57)
Waterboro, Maine
Position Title: Art Teacher
Location: Massabesic Middle School (MMS)
District: Regional School Unit 57
Reports To: Building Administration (Principal and/or Assistant Principal)
Job Goal
To deliver high-quality instruction and services that empower students to develop the knowledge, skills, and habits of work necessary to become successful, engaged individuals and citizens.
Position Overview
Art Teacher
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in a specific area of teaching
Certification: Must hold appropriate Maine Department of Education Certification
Appropriate training and preparation for middle school-level instruction
Performance Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum
Program Planning: Design a program of study that aligns with student needs, interests, and abilities while meeting curriculum goals.
Objective Setting: Establish clear learning objectives for all lessons and projects.
Instructional Methods: Employ diverse teaching methods and materials appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
Substitute Readiness: Organize work and classes so that substitute teachers can step in with minimal loss of learning.
Classroom Environment
Engagement: Create a classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and is appropriate to student maturity levels.
Behavior Management: Develop and maintain fair and just classroom rules in alignment with district policies to ensure an orderly learning environment.
Safety: Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assessment & Student Support
Regular Feedback: Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide timely feedback.
Specialized Support: Identify student learning difficulties and collaborate with district specialists when required.
Accessibility: Remain available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day as reasonably requested.
Professionalism & Collaboration
Professional Growth: Strive for continuous professional improvement.
Team Participation: Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and actively participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, and climbing stairs.
Physical Tasks: Bending, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and crouching.
Lifting: Ability to lift ranging from 25-75 lbs depending on student size and situational needs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Terms of Employment
Salary & Conditions: To be established by the RSU 57 School Board.
Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the School Board's policy on evaluation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability. Retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations is prohibited.
Note
This job description reflects the general requirements of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be assigned.
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