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Art Teacher

Duties

  • Provide instruction by which students develop aesthetic concepts/appreciations and the ability to make qualitative judgments about the arts 

  • Implement instructional plans and organize class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time per district Art curriculum policy and standards

  • Work with a diverse group of students to foster a conducive atmosphere where meaningful art experiences provide an opportunity for each student to achieve their maximum potential

  • Coordinate performances/displays and reasonable amounts of co-curricular duties throughout the school year as determined by the principal

  • Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive classroom environment in accordance with the regulations and procedures of the school district

  • Maintain cordial and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and participate in the business and activities of the faculty

  • Reflect critically on teaching practice and implement improvement strategies as needed

  • Using the elements and principles of design, teaches knowledge and skills in the areas of art history, world cultures, drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, multi-media and technology

  • Utilizes the curriculum adopted by the Board, and other appropriate learning activities

  • Demonstrates techniques and processes in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher prepared instructional aids

  • Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual and artistic abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities

  • Instruct pupils in proper care and use of tools and equipment

  • Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection

  • Order, maintain, and inventory all materials necessary for the school/district art program

  • Participates in planning curriculum, staff meetings and in-service training programs as are scheduled for teacher

  • Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines

  • Performs other duties as may, from time to time be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

  • Visual Arts Endorsement

Salary/Benefits

See district's website for contract details (www.dist126.org)

Email Address

jsaternus@dist126.org

Job Posting Date

4/13/2026

Start Date

8/17/2026