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TITLE: Art Teacher - Long-term substitute needed to fill a leave of absence for approximately 6 to 8 weeks: 11/13/2026 - to 12/22/2026 or 1/8/2027 REPORTS TO: Building Administrator DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: N / A This position is at Portsmouth High School (SUMMARY) JOB DESCRIPTION: Under direction of the school principal and/ or appropriate supervisor, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conductive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university CERTIFICATE / LICENSE REQUIRED: Certificate required by the Rhode Island State Department of Education. Current Rhode Island Teacher Certificates in the appropriate subject area and level. Art PK-12 certificate for assignments 45 days or more. Certification preferred for assignments 44 days or less. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES: 1. Supports the implementation of a comprehensive arts program 2. Understands and applies effective strategies and best practices to ensure student success 3. Participates in district and school-based professional development activities 4. Collaborates with school personnel and/or parents to coordinate the delivery of service to students 5. Administers a variety of student assessment tools 6. Develops and maintains positive and cooperative interactions and communications with parents, colleagues and community 7. Takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities 8. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by the district and state laws 9. Assists school personnel in assessing instructional materials and equipment needed for the arts program 10. Provides leadership for instructionally-based students activities and events 11. Assists with the coordination of fine arts programs for the enrichment of all students 12. Prepares all students for performances in the arts and provides opportunities for those performances 13. Adheres to the Rhode Island Educator Code of Professional Responsibility 14. Works collaboratively with peers at the school and district level to improve teaching, learning and educational programming for students 15. Performs other duties as designated by the building administrator SKILLS REQUIRED: 1. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the general public. 2. Ability to calculate figures and amounts. 3. Ability to utilize current technology for communication, data analysis, and access to research and instruction. 4. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 5. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. 6.Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 1. Communicate and detect information at levels to be able to make presentations and exchange information in person and on the telephone 2. Express oneself so others will be able to clearly understand 3. Constantly operate a computer keyboard and manipulate paper 4. Detect, determine, perceive and identify documentation and reports, and to observe students 5. Able to meet multiple demands from several people and meet deadlines with severe time constraints 6. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, in both indoor and outdoor environments, and possible move and traverse in order to maintain a safe learning environment 7. Stamina to work irregular or extended hours to include a full day and then attending meetings or evening events 8. Work at a desk, conference table, small student classroom table, or in meetings in various configurations 9. Position self to be able to retrieve items overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally 10.Move and transport moderately heavy objects WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS: 1. Demonstrated proficiency with PC-based computer applications, Google Suite, Microsoft Office applications, e-mail, Web applications, and industry-specific technology. 2. Clear Criminal Records Check in accordance with RIGL 16-2-18
Application Requirements Cover Letter Resume Complete Official Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions A Minimum of three current reference (include current reference letters) A copy of applicable RI certificate BCI in accordance with RIGL *Only complete applications will be considered