TK-3rd Art Teacher (Prop 28 AMS Funded) .57 FTE at Pacheco Union Elementary

About the Employer

Thank you for your interest in Pacheco Union School District. Located in the semi-rural region of Shasta County, between the cities of Redding and Anderson, our district consists of two schools: Prairie (TK-3) and Pacheco (4th-8th). Prairie serves about 330 students, and Pacheco serves approximately 375 students in grades 4-8. We are deeply committed to working in partnership with our parents and community, with the most active parent club in Shasta County, the Pacheco Prairie Parent Teacher Group (PPPTG). This group offers students a wide range of learning opportunities, from field trips to our all-district Winter Workshop. At Pacheco Union School District, we are proud of our reputation for academic excellence, delivered with a gracious and caring touch. We believe in our mission: “Preparing students to be confident and empowered leaders for tomorrow’s world.” Our district is fortunate to have an excellent staff who are dedicated, caring, and committed to providing a balanced, rigorous education. Prairie offers strong reading and math programs with the goal of ensuring all students meet or exceed grade-level expectations. Pacheco builds on this foundation, fostering in-depth knowledge and problem-solving skills through critical thinking in a variety of subjects. Technology, state standards, and engaging teaching strategies are integrated throughout our programs to help prepare students for the global economy.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Please Note: This position is funded through restricted (categorical AMS Prop.28) Funding and positions may be renewed thereafter based on availability of funds. The TK-3 Visual Arts Teacher has responsibility for designing significant learning experience in art, art history, and art appreciation for primary students. He or she is expected to understand and demonstrate effective student instruction to maximize educational achievement for all students, and to work collaboratively to ensure a working and learning climate for all students that is safe, secure, and respectful. The Art Teacher should be able to do the following: • Engaging every student in grade level appropriate learning experiences that promote artistic, intellectual, and moral development • Listening and interacting effectively with students, parents, colleagues, leadership to support student learning and well-being • Establishing and maintaining a safe and secure classroom environment. • Managing resources necessary to achieve classroom and school goals • Moderating an arts-related extracurricular club or activity • Creating and implementing art curriculum that builds foundational visual skills, teaches art history and fosters creative expression

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