Methow Arts Announces Job Opening: Art Instructor

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Methow Arts is implementing regular art classes in two Cascade School District elementary schools, in Leavenworth WA.

We seek a dynamic and creative Art Instructor!

Please send the following: 1. cover letter, 2. resume/CV and 3. completed application (see link above) to us via email:

Amanda Jackson Mott – amanda@methowartsalliance.org

WHAT TO DO?

Read the JOB DESCRIPTION and be sure it’s the right fit for your skill set.
Email the following to to Amanda Jackson Mott: amanda@methowartsalliance.org:

cover letter
completed application
updated resume or CV

Please email all questions (no calls) to: Amanda Jackson Mott, Executive Director: amanda@methowartsalliance.org

ART INSTRUCTOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Cascade School District, Youth Arts Initiative

Methow Arts seeks to contract an Art Instructor who will teach art for a three-year pilot project called the Youth Arts Initiative (YAI) funded by Icicle Fund. The project is designed to integrate sequential arts education by a qualified art instructor into Peshastin-Dryden Elementary and Alpine Lakes Elementary in the Cascade School District. This need could be filled by one person or two people. Instruction takes place during about 25 weeks of the school year.

The YAI Pilot Project aims to sustain art instruction after the third year by working with designated school/s by increasing cost-share each year within the school district budget and by incorporating an arts plan.

The YAI Instructor will be responsible for planning a thoughtful, sequential series of art lessons that align with the WA State Arts Standards and the goals of the designated school, the delivery of arts education instruction to all targeted elementary students, and assessment of student learning in the arts.

ART INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning art lessons in accordance with students’ learning objectives.
Preparing the classroom by gathering and setting up materials.
Developing students’ artistic perspective and grasp of techniques.
Working with teachers to develop a schedule for each grade level that works within the YAI budget and hours.
Working with Methow Arts staff to source and order art supplies; inventorying; and budget accountability.
Conducting student assessment/evaluation in the arts throughout the year in conjunction with Methow Arts.
Recording and reporting on students’ progress.
Attending faculty and parent-teacher meetings as they are identified.

PREFERRED & REQUIRED SKILLS:

At least two years’ work experience teaching art. Elementary level art instruction experience is highly preferred.
A Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent training. A major or minor in art is desirable and/or a specialization in fine arts, visual arts or studio arts. Preferable is certification or a license from the Department of Education, and an endorsement in arts.
Demonstrated excellence in a variety of art techniques.
Ability to provide instruction using mediums such as pencils, pastels, acrylic, and watercolor paint, among others.
Ability to work with teachers, administrators, paraeducators, school staff, and classroom volunteers as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding planning and problem-solving skills.
Supportive, adaptable disposition—particularly as schools navigate a full return to in-person learning.
A three-year commitment to working in the YAI Pilot Project.
Ability to work with students of all levels and abilities.

See above links to application and job description.

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