Art Educator

Where

Aspen, CO

What you'll be doing

Art educator plans and implements a comprehensive curriculum that exceeds state and national standards and is conceptually and technically strong. This position requires a dynamic, multi-disciplined, global thinker who exemplifies the fundamental benefits of a comprehensive art education. Based upon the colorado visual arts standards plan, evaluate, and revise curricula from first year to advanced levels of instruction. Inspire students and assist them in developing a comprehensive art portfolio and sketchbook. Organize and install exhibits of student work in the school and community. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and required course descriptions and outlines. Set up and maintain studios and storage areas, including an electric ceramics kiln. Establish a respectful environment of a diverse population of students, developing a classroom environment in which each student has the opportunity to think independently and express original ideas. Facilitate learning for all students using a variety of instructional methods, integrating and utilizing technology, to provide students with opportunities to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills, encourage exploration of ideas, and develop leadership qualities. Take responsibility for student academic growth using a variety of growth and apply wstrategies to inform instructional decisions. Reflect on teaching practices, analyzing student learning, development, and hat is learned to improve instruction. Possess the ability to communicate and interact effectively and productively, both verbally and in writing, with all staff. Demonstrate enthusiasm for collaboration, using multi-tiered system of supports, with a team of administrators, teachers, and support staff. Demonstrate ability to work with cross departmental and or grade level teams to develop goals for improving student achievement. Demonstrate teacher leadership, advocating for students and exhibiting high ethical standards. Have a strong desire to extend learning experiences beyond the classroom, including participation in high school experiential education.

What your background should be

Required current colorado teaching license with an endorsement in Art K-12 or the ability to obtain this license within the first 3 months of employment. Experience in studio educational practice, including instructional methods in research, art theory, art history, and drawing skill. Possess a portfolio of both personal and student work. 5 years of experience working with students in grades 9-12. Demonstrate a high level technical skill with a variety of art media, including ceramics, drawing, painting, and digital media skills.

Required Schooling / Training

Not Specified.

Who is the client company

A progressive and renowned high school with the most beautiful campuses in aspen district.

If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com