Summary
Description
TMS – THS Art Teacher
District Information
Triton Public Schools is located in Dodge Center, MN, and is approximately 20 miles west of Rochester and 20 miles east of Owatonna and approximately 1 hour south of the Twin Cities. We currently serve around 1,000 students and offer many educational opportunities while maintaining a small school approach.
Triton Believes In:
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Building relationships and making sure everyone is welcomed, has a sense of belonging and is valued.
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A commitment to student achievement by honoring interests, individuality and high quality education.
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Celebrating and encouraging innovation and creativity.
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A commitment to high standards, expectations and accountability
Position Purpose
To develop students’ interest, abilities, talents and skills for artistic expression and creativity in the visual arts, as well as aesthetic understanding and appreciation by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; developing lesson plans; modeling the necessary skills to performing assigned tasks; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Functions
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of current art instructional teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of art curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Certification/License:
- MN State Certification as an Art Teacher or as required for position.
Education
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Experience
- Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level and/or subject is a plus.
Applications will be accepted and candidates will be interviewed until this position is filled.
Direct questions to Luke Lutterman – Principal
llutterman@triton.k12.mn.us
(507) 418-7520
FLSA Status: Exempt