Art Teacher

Art Teacher JobID: 1247 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Art Date Posted: 7/1/2026 Location: Reading School District Additional Information: Show/Hide Position Title: Art Teacher Classification: REA Reports To: Building Principal Position Goal: To develop in each student an interest and the ability for expressing himself creatively in visual terms, utilizing skills and techniques of artistic expression appropriate to the student's interests and abilities; to develop aesthetic understandings and appreciations; to discover and develop talents of students in the field of art. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Other duties may be assigned. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following fundamental duties: Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including crafts, drawing, painting, lettering, design, commercial art, art history, and three-dimensional art to secondary students, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities. Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Provides instruction by which students develop aesthetic concepts and appreciations and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art. Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing, painting, and modeling, using standard and teacher-prepared instructional aids. Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time. Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual and artistic abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive studio environment. Instructs students in proper care and use of tools and equipment. Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse, ad to minimize time required for distribution and collection. Evaluates each student's performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings, and prepares progress reports. Selects and requisitions book, instructional materials, tools, instructional aids, and maintains required inventory records. Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit students' work for the school and the community. May sponsor exhibits from outside. Maintains professional competence through in service education activities provided by the district and/or in self-selected professional growth activities. Maintains an auditable record of student attendance and makes daily reports of students absent each period. Assigns citizenship and scholarship marks. Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines. Communicates with parents and school counselor on student progress. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment or on a district level. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities and management may revise it at any time. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Possession of appropriate degree CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Pennsylvania Instructional Teaching Certificate LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to speak clearly and distinctly. Ability to writ…