District #100 Fine Arts Teacher Job Description
The teacher's primary job is to teach the basic and essential skills at each grade level. Qualifications
include, but are not limited to:
Instructional Process
Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the Common Core Standards, and
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district philosophy, goals and objectives.
Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and
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maximize time on task
Maintains awareness of current trends in curriculum, music, and technology to enhance all
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rehearsals, labs, small and large group settings.
Plans and implements a program of study designed to meet individual needs of students.
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Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate
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teaching strategies.
Encourage student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits.
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Provides progress and interim reports as required.
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Prepares substitute folder containing appropriate information as required by the principal.
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Plans and prescribes purposeful assignments for paraprofessionals, tutors and volunteers as
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needed.
Recognizes learning problems and makes referrals as appropriate.
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Demonstrates a strong grasp of subject matter.
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Uses effective oral and written expression.
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Curriculum Development
Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this
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knowledge for continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
Assists on the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of
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study.
Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular
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classroom activities.
Classroom Management
Develops, in accordance with district school guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior
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and appropriate techniques that are consistently applied.
Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and
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facilities, per the district’s comprehensive risk management program.
Shares responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in all areas of the
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school.
Maintains an up to date inventory of all materials.
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Provides for the supervision of assigned students when circumstances require a brief absence from
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the assignment.
Public Relations
Upholds and enforces board policy, administrative procedures, and school rules and regulations,
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and is supportive of them to the public.