Middle School CTEArt Teacher

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Middle School CTE/ART TEACHER

Supervisor: Building Principal

Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule
Location/Assignment: Quincy Middle School - Art Teacher

Conditions of work: 180 days/1FTE

School Year: 2026-27

SUMMARY:
The job of middle school teacher is to prepare learning objectives and standards for assigned academic and enrichment subject areas and grade levels to teach and instruct students to promote student achievement to provide guidance counsel supervision and discipline to students and to assess and evaluate performance and progress to enhance effective learning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance with state statutes district policy and adopted curriculum to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
Foster an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans and instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth.
Creates positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills develop essential attitudes and experience.
Plans and prepares well organized series of learning opportunities and activities; established objectives to ensure mastery of district outcomes.
Assess and evaluates student achievement; adapts and modifies techniques and material for effectiveness as necessary for student progress and success; seeks and recommends special assistance as appropriate.
Assists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate behavior; maintains and provides fair and consistent classroom management.
Acknowledges discusses rewards and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as necessary and maintains student safety.
Evaluates and records student progress; prepares progress and grade reports as required; administers tests as necessary.
Attends or participates in all required staff meetings committees team building field trips and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to keep confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington State Teaching and CTE Certificate with a related endorsement required. Other degrees and certifications may be considered.
Extensive knowledge of subject areas and ability to have effective behavior classroom techniques; effective instructional techniques.
Proficiency in reading writing and oral communications.
Establish and maintain effective positive communication and working relationships with students parents or guardians staff and administrators.
Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
Strong technical and word processing skills required.
Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally racially and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
Use necessary equipment computers machinery tools or software.
Direct assistants; in some positions administer first aid and CPR;
Sets and maintains high expectations of students.
Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of appropriate behavior methods and attire.
Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands:
Ability to regularly walk sit stoop kneel crouch crawl push and pull.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. PROCEDURE
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All applications must be submitted online through the TalentED system. For questions regarding the TalentEd system please contact Velma Flores .
Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol FBI fingerprint criminal history background check and School Board approval.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant if not a current regular employee will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman Superintendent 404 1st Ave SW Quincy WA 98848 . Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge Special Programs Director 404 1st Ave SW Quincy WA 98848 . Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Nik Bergman Assistant Superintendent 1st Ave SW Quincy WA 98848 .

Quincy School District is an equal opportunity employer

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