Talented Theatre Teacher

Title:                                               Talented in Theatre Teacher

Purpose of Position:                 To provide instructional support to students and families

Employment Status:                 Full-time Reporting

Reports to:                                   Principal

Location:                                       Assigned campus

Position Summary

This is a school-based position that focuses on the development and academic success of students. This position will assist students in the achievement of appropriate curricular goals that will develop knowledge and skills in the visual arts. The teacher guides students to express themselves creatively in visual terms, using skills and techniques of artistic expression appropriate to their ages, and according to the national standards of visual art. Students develop aesthetic understandings and appreciations, and explore the role of art in diverse cultures through history.

Essential Functions:

·       To read and interpret each student’s “Integrated Multidisciplinary Evaluation Report†from student Evaluation and Support Services.

·       To develop and implement an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) for each student.

·       To develop and maintain appropriate and current records and reports.

·       To plan and deliver vibrant, engaging, and creative lesson using curriculum and materials that are aligned with Louisiana Standards for the Visual Arts.

·       To offer students an experience in a range of media, balancing free ideas with strict observational work.

·       To guide the individualized process of each student toward the achievement of curriculum goals in the Talented Visual Arts Program set by Audubon Schools and all applicable state and national guidelines.

·       Create an environment that is conducive to learning and enhances students’ educational experience;

·       Analyze data from assessments and benchmark testing to drive instruction;

·       Meet those standards of performance for his/her individual teaching assignment developed by Audubon Schools. Those standards include the Louisiana Components of Effective Teaching;

·       Adjust lesson plans to meet the needs of students in the classroom;

·       Guide the learning process of students in the classroom toward the achievement of curriculum goals set by Audubon Schools and/or appropriate federal guidelines;

·       Assist the administration in implementing all Board policies;

·       Achieve those objectives/activities included in the Professional Growth Plan developed jointly with the principal or assistant principal as part of the accountability process mandated by the State Legislature;

·       Consult with administrator(s), colleagues, students and/or parent on a regular basis;

·       Plan and supervise purposeful tasks for paraprofessional(s) and volunteer(s) assigned;

·       Cooperate with administrator and/or department head in assessing the performance of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) assigned;

·       Serve on and participate in professional staff committees/meetings required;

·       Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor;

·       Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures;

·       Performs other duties as required.

Educational Background Requirements

·       Bachelor’s degree required.

·       Valid Louisiana teaching certification required.

Work Environment:

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

·       Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the work day;

·       Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds rarely;

·       Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals) rarely;

·       Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely;

·       Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting;