Job Description

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and educational environment by hiring individuals who support and contribute to the diversity and excellence of our student and academic programs through their teaching and service to our students, parents and the community we serve.

If you welcome inclusion, equity and diversity, have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students, embrace and celebrate the individuality of our student population with respect to race, ethnicity, and economic status, and seek to celebrate the cultures that contribute to making our district so rich, please join our team! Minority candidates encouraged to apply.


Title: Art Teacher (Anticipated)

Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in this posting.

Position Type: Middle School Teaching

Date Posted: May 25, 2023

Location: Woodland Middle School

Date Available: August 21, 2023 (plus new staff orientation in August)

QUALIFICATIONS
License/Certification: Illinois Professional Educator License valid for Grades 6-8 with art endorsement
Education: Required - Bachelor\'s Degree in Elementary Education and/or Art Education
Experience - Required - Teaching or student teaching experience Preferred - Teaching or student teaching experience in an elementary or middle school art classroom

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI)

• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students
• Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook
• Contributes to a positive school climate through the support of the district\xe2\x80\x99s Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program
• Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints
• Works cooperatively with other art teachers in planning art history, drawing, painting, and using an array of mediums/media
• Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned
• Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property; keeps supplies in good working condition, is responsible for all materials
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment
• Evaluates and maintains appropriate records including student attendance, student performance, knowledge, skills and grades
• Posts grades regularly to district-approved student information system/grade book
• Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students\xe2\x80\x99 levels and rates of progress
• Actively supervises students while in the classroom, hallway, and special events as required
• Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development
• Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students.
• Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit pupils\xe2\x80\x99 work for the school and the community.
• Provides instruction to reinforce artistic concepts and increase the appreciation of art
• Guides students in selection of appropriate elective projects
• Collaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions
• Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality
• Performs other such duties and assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned by the School Principal or Assistant Principal

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Planning and Preparation \xe2\x80\x93 Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning.
• Classroom Environment \xe2\x80\x93 Creates an environment of respect and report, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages students behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.
• Instruction \xe2\x80\x93 Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.
• Professional Responsibility \xe2\x80\x93 Reflects on teaching, maintains accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical: Demonstrated skills in writing, editing and public speaking. Experience with social media and emerging technologies.Must be able to effectively use photography equipment/software. Competent in digital environments; databases, spreadsheets, publishing software, Microsoft Office, Google applications, etc.

Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Empathetic, humanistic and open-minded. Strong sense of teamwork. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. Must have strong organizational skills.

DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES: * Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.

• Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.
• Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.
• Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students.
• Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them.
• Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change.
• Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner.
• Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful.
• Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient.
• Take initiative to manage multiple tasks.
• Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance.

Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.

Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
180 days (plus new teacher orientation); Monday through Friday; 7:40 AM - 3:15 PM

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience and education

HOW TO APPLY: Internal applicants should apply online at and attach a resume to the online application. External applicants should apply online at and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application.

All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting:

CONTACT PERSON:
Mrs. Tiffany Drake
Principal
tdrake@dist50.net
(847) 856-3421

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt

Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the District\xe2\x80\x99s Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.
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