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Elementary Art Teacher

Holy Trinity Catholic Schools in Fort Madison, Iowa has an opening for an Elementary Art Teacher at our school in West Point, Iowa. We are looking for a teacher that will teach not only the content but infuse Catholic values into the curriculum and learning experience for the students.

Position Detail:

• Develops and administers elementary school curriculum consistent with school system goals and objectives.
• Creates a welcoming and engaging learning environment for all students.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by actively taking part in professional learning communities and other opportunities.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation, lunch and recess.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
• Reliable work attendance is required.

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