The Cape Girardeau Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Elementary Art teacher for the 2017-2018 academic school year.

The Elementary Art teacher will provide assigned elementary schools with a coordinated art program aimed at expanding student appreciation of art as well as art education techniques.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art (or equivalent)
• A valid Missouri Teaching Certification
• Successful student teaching
• Demonstrated skills and talents in both formal and informal art media.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Skills in human relations, leadership and conflict management.
• Knowledgeable of teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students
• Demonstrate skills in computer word processing, spreadsheets and data bases
• Experience in formative assessments, cooperative learning techniques, and data analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Professional Learning Communities

Performance Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and coordinate the curriculum in art to provide rich varied experiences.
• Keep informed about current trends and practices in art and art education.
• Confer with art teachers to plan the art program and suggested projects.
• Assist the regular classroom teachers through demonstrations, discussions and in-service programs.
• Provide a demonstration lesson to various art classes, which allows an opportunity for students to actively participate in the exercise.
• Provide art teachers with suggested follow-up activities regarding the demonstration.
• Serve as a consultant to the professional staff in connection with related instructional activities such as displays.

A copy of the full job description can be obtained by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (573) 335-1867.

An overview of Cape Girardeau Public School District's benefits may be found online at www.capetigers.com.

This is a summary of the online vacancy announcement. To see the complete announcement and apply for this position, you must register online at https://capegirardeau.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/.

Application Deadline:  Open until filled