DEFINITION OF POSITION:  Directly responsible for quality instruction of visual arts (painting, drawing, and clay/ceramics) 

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  High School Principal 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Possess or be eligible for a Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Art or Visual Arts
• Successful teaching, substituting, or student teaching experience in art 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Art
• Additional endorsements at the high school level
• Experience and/or desire to coach or lead an extracurricular athletic or academic team 

ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED ACTIVITIES:

• Fulfill all teaching assignments effectively including required and elective art courses
• Knowledge of the Arts learning standards related to visual arts
• Use of effective teaching techniques for high school students
• Plan and develop quality instructional experiences regularly followed by appropriate assessment and feedback for students and parents
• Organize individual, small group, or large group learning experiences as appropriate to the students, subject matter, and outcomes desired
• Select and/or create instructional lessons to support appropriately adopted materials
• Organize the physical setting to contribute to an environment conducive to learning
• Understand the unique needs of high school students
• Manage student behaviors and classroom climate for effective student learning
• Recognize conditions that may lead to disciplinary concerns
• Manage instructional equipment/materials in the classroom
• Maintain accurate records of student information and assessment data with the ability to access the information upon request or as needed
• Manage and monitor art supply inventory and ordering
• Work cooperatively and professionally with staff and community members
• Participate in building/all school activities with willingness to serve on committees and/or as student activities advisor
• Possess and practice strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization (staff, parents, community members, other agencies, etc.)
• Be a positive team builder who works in a collaborative manner
• Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work
• Maintain confidentiality
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Regularly demonstrate professionalism in appearance, actions, decisions, and overall performance
• Work with minimal supervision and be flexible 

TERMS OF CONTRACT:

• Salary*:  $33,190 - $62,559 per year (actual contract amount will be pro-rated based on the number of days worked), placement based on experience and level of education
• Length of Contract: .6 FTE for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year only
• Leaves/Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.  Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).  Additional benefits may include sick/emergency leave and personal leave as per the collective bargaining agreement between the Pullman Education Association (PEA) and the Pullman School District (PEA Bargaining Agreement). 

The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, and Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, (509) 332-3144. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584. 

PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER