Position: Teacher Subject: Art Location: Grantsville Elementary School/Route Forty School FTE: Full-time Status: Exempt Terms: 10 months, 187 day work year, 7.6 Hours per day, may vary depending on the needs of the system Salary: Unit I Teacher Salary Scale Supervisor: Principal and/or Director of Elementary-Early Childhood Availability: 2024-2025 School Year Deadline: Applications received by 11:59 p.m. on June 2, 2024, will be considered for the initial interviews and will be given first consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.nnJob Description: The teacher will provide essential academic instruction, as well as develop, implement, and supervise appropriate program-related activities, in an effort to help students develop and demonstrate the necessary skills, knowledge, and attitudes.nnMinimum Qualifications:nnStandard Professional Certificate issued by the Maryland State Department of Education in art education.nExcellent written and verbal skillsnOutstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, including, but not limited to, the ability to interact successfully with diverse stakeholders (i.e., students, staff, administration, parents, general public, community agencies, etc.)nProficiency in a variety of technology and applicationsnSuccessful management of confidential information and materialsnHistory of initiative, discretion, leadership, and independent judgmentnDemonstrated understanding of and attention to detail, especially as it relates to student safety and well-beingnHistory of professionalism and strong work ethicnAbility to work independently and as a team playernAbility to serve as a positive role model for students, staff, and other stakeholdersnAbility to maintain emotional control while addressing stressful situationsnAbility to stand, sit, walk, climb stairs, balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, push, and pullnAbility to lift and transport heavy to moderately heavy objects averaging 40-60 lbs.nDexterity of hands and fingers to use mouse, keyboard, other appropriate technology, and instructional manipulativesnRegular and predictable attendancenAbility to perform the essential functions of the job either with or without reasonable accommodations.nAbility to successfully implement county classroom behavior strategies and individual student behavior plans.nnPreferred Qualifications:nnAdvanced Professional Certificate issued by the Maryland State Department of Educationin the areas of art education.nMasters Degree, or higher, in applicable field from an accredited college or universitynMinimum three (3) years of teaching art in an elementary school setting.nnDuties and Responsibilities: The following duties and responsibilities are intended only as examples. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not exclude it from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment.nnThe teacher will:nnPrepare lessons, assignments, and instructional materials.nEstablish clear goals and learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, GCPS curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.nPrepare, administer, and correct assessments and record results.nSelect and use appropriate instructional strategies including, but not limited to, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling, and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students.nEvaluate student progress using appropriate assessment techniques.nMaintain order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learningnTake all appropriate safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.nCreate a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process an enables each student to achieve learning objectives.nCounsel pupils when academic and behavioral problems arise.nConfer with parents and students regarding progress of assigned students and arrange and participate in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences, as necessary.nServe on special committees, as necessary.nMaintain accurate and complete records as required by the school, applicable programs and agencies, law, Board Policy, and Administrative Procedure.nAccount for and order classroom and program equipment and supplies, as necessary.nAttend and actively participate in staff/faculty meetings and appropriate job-related professional development.nImprove skill and knowledge base in subject matter, current trends, research, methodology, technology, multicultural content, problem-solving strategies, and interdisciplinary connections.nPlan and supervise purposeful assignments for substitutes and volunteers, as necessary.nContribute to the short-term and long-term successes of students, staff, school, and the system in general.nMaintain confidentiality at all times.nEngage in life-long learning of professional and technical knowledge by attending appropriate workshops, reviewing professional publications and websites, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.nPresent a courteous and professional demeanor at all times.nDemonstrate proficiency, flexibility, self-motivation, accountability and ownership, and a positive demeanor.nPerform other duties as assigned.nnQuestions: Should you have questions and/or require assistance with accessing or completing the on-line application, contact the Office of Human Resources and Employee Relations at 301-334-8904.nnAccommodation Requests: In the event you are contacted for an interview, please notify the Office of Human Resources and Employee Relations at that time of any reasonable disability-related accommodation requests.nnThe Garrett County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, and gender identity, status as a veteran or disability in matters affecting employment. Question about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources and Employee Relations at 301-334-8904.