Our art program has been a success for over sixty years. We provide a nature driven spiral curriculum. This curriculum prioritizes process over product focusing on exploration creative expression and fine motor skill development through a variety of art materials. Our art program provides opportunities for children to express their thoughts feelings and ideas through art. Social emotional development through art activities can promote sharing cooperation and communication. Montessori art curriculum teaches children the elements and principles of design. Across various art domains such as painting drawing and crafting. Montessori curriculum introduces different elements like line shape form and texture. As a Montessori school we encourage a welcoming stimulating space for self exploration reflection and discussion. Pincushion Hill offers an annual family art show which displays each childs accumulated art and ResponsibilitiesProvide and supervise a healthy safe social and intellectual environment Model communicate and encourage consistent behavioral interactionsFoster the development of independence and collaboration Communicate with parents effectively when needed Communicate with the director prior to speaking with a parent regarding health well being and behavioralCommunicate clearly and respectfully with staff membersCollaborate with the schools art consultant on the development of the art curriculumPrepare organize replenish and maintain classroom materials and suppliesFollow the recommendations and requirements of the state regulators Department of Early Childhood and Care (EEC)Follow the procedures and protocols found within the employee handbook. Examples of these include the schools evacuation plan and health and wellbeingEssential FunctionsFrequent bending lifting and reaching are required. Regular attendance is mandatory. Attends and participates in a monthly meetingMinimum QualificationsA bachelors degree in art education or a related field along with a state approved teacher preparation program and a valid Massachusetts educator process of receiving their Massachusetts Test for Educator License (MTEL)Experience working with toddlers or children ages 2.9 6 within an early childhood settingSuccessful candidates will need to pass a background CORI check and remain current on First Aid/CPR certifications
Early Childhood Art Teacher
