Job Description

Job Details:
Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. We offer a comprehensive system-wide multicultural curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade. At every level, the focus is on success for every student. Quality instruction, combined with teacher commitment, provides excellence in our instructional programs. Explore career opportunities with a progressive school system dedicated to providing the very best services to our students, our educators, and our community.
Located on the magnificent Chesapeake Bay, Anne Arundel County is conveniently located near the cities of Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and is home to the state capitol, Annapolis, which has a rich historical past. Notable landmarks include the United State Naval Academy, Fort George G. Meade, the National Security Agency, and Baltimore Washington International Airport. The county encompasses urban, suburban, and rural areas, with 432 miles of tidal shoreline. Fine dining, state parks, major cultural attractions, the best in entertainment and professional sports are within easy access to our central location.
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Title Code:
Teacher: Art
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JOB SUMMARY
Instructs pupils in art, such as painting, sketching, designing, and sculpturing; demonstrates method and procedure to pupils. Observes pupils' work to make criticisms and corrections. May direct planning and supervising of student contests and arranging of art exhibits. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, prepares and presents lesson plans, assignments, and instructional materials to students in an appropriate fashion. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Lectures, demonstrates and uses audio-visual teaching aids to present subject matter to students.

• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and the emotional development of children.

• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

• Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.

• Keeps attendance and grade records as required by Board Policy/Administrative Regulation.

• Prepares, administers and corrects tests, and records results.

• Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise.

• Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.

• Serves on special committees.

• Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings; and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods.

• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• One (1) year experience with virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, Learning Management Systems, and video conferencing tools if assigned to Virtual Academy. required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives with special emphasis on teaching techniques.

• Knowledge of materials in field of specialization. Knowledge of current trends and research in field of specialization.

• Demonstrated ability to speak and write effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with students, staff and parents.

• Knowledge of and proficiency in technical areas of instruction.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

• Ability to travel to/from Maryland Sites as necessary at the expense of the employee is required for in-person appearances at various intervals throughout the duration of the school year.

• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Language Requirements

• Bilingual/Biliterate in target language if assigned to bilingual program required.

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION
Approved Date:
9/1/2025
Established Date:
1/1/2015
Title Code:
C21827
Title:
TEACHER: ART
Alternate Title:
Teacher: Art
Reports to Generic:
Principal;Principal: Virtual Academy
Reports to Specific:
PRINCIPAL; PRINCIPAL: VIRTUAL ACADEMY
ORGANIZATION
Division:
Academics
Business Unit:
Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
Department:
PreK-12 Programs
Negotiated Agreement:
Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)
HR JOB INFORMATION
Unit:
I
Days Worked:
191
FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt
Grade:
TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG05;TG06;TG07;TG10;TCL
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Essential Job:
Months Worked:
10
Hours Worked:
7.5
Job Family:
Educational Services
Sub-Function:
Teacher

Skills Required