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Position Number998769Functional TitleVisual Art TeacherPosition TypeAdministration - StaffPosition EclassEB - EHRA 11 month leave earningUniversity Information

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is a higher-research activity university as classified by the Carnegie Foundation. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC system institutions, UNCG is one of the most diverse universities in the state with nearly 20,000 students and over 2,700 faculty and staff members representing more than 90 nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 100 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNCG is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

North Carolina General Statute Chapter 116, Article 29A (116-239.5) provided for the establishment of nine university laboratory schools with the mission of “improving student performance in local school administrative units with low-performing schools by providing an enhanced education program for students residing in those units and providing exposure and training for teachers and principals to successfully address challenges existing in high need school settings. The laboratory school shall provide an opportunity for research, demonstration, student support, and expansion of the teaching experience and evaluation regarding management, teaching, and learning.”

Position Summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks an enthusiastic, committed, and innovative visual arts teacher for the Moss Street Partnership School. The position is eleven-month, full-time, EHRA non-faculty in the School of Education available in July of 2018. Moss Street Partnership Teachers will be housed at Moss Street Partnership School, 419 Moss Street, Reidsville, NC. Moss Street Partnership School teachers report to the Principal of Moss Street Partnership School.

Moss Street Partnership School teachers will work with K-5 students, other faculty of the Partnership School, professional education program faculty at UNCG, relevant personnel from Rockingham County Schools, and external agency personnel with the mission of improving teaching and learning for students at the Partnership School. Teachers will work collaboratively to plan for, teach, and assess all students in their classrooms to achieve the mission of the school. Teachers will cultivate a culture of innovation that supports effective instructional practices/strategies to promote academic and personal success for all students and adults in the school. Teachers will work collaboratively with the Principal and UNCG faculty/staff to support the successful social, emotional, physical, and academic growth of the students at the Partnership School.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; excellent oral and written communication skills; and evidence of skill in working with high needs student populations. Qualifying degrees must be conferred and received from appropriately accredited institutions. A current teaching license in art education or eligibility for professional educator licensure in art education in North Carolina is required.

The individual should be self-directed; organized with attention to detail; in possession of strong interpersonal relationship skills, including collaboration with community members, school personnel and university personnel; highly motivated and receptive to innovative practices/procedures; and willing to take the initiative to learn the duties/responsibilities/ expectations of the work and operations of the Partnership School.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and CertificatesPreferred Qualifications

Preferred candidate will possess:
qualifications as a clinical educator—licensure, three years of experience, proficient on most recent evaluation;
teaching experience in diverse schools;
commitment to creating caring classrooms and school relationships and culture;
evidence of improving student performance in all subgroups;
technologic proficiency;
innovation and outcomes orientation;
commitment to working collaboratively for the benefit of all students;
and experience supporting pre-service professional educators.

Special Instructions to ApplicantsRecruitment RangeBased on education and experience, see salary scheduleOrg #-DepartmentMoss Street Partnership School - 12022Job Open Date06/25/2019For Best Consideration Date07/09/2019Job Close DateOpen Until FilledYesFTE1.000Type of AppointmentPermanentIf time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.Number of Months per Year11FLSAExemptKey Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

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Leadership

Essential Tasks

The professional educator will demonstrate leadership to motivate effective learning practices and to provide the best possible learning opportunities for student growth and development, both educationally and personally.

The professional educator will facilitate the broad goals of the school and plan accordingly and collaboratively with other professional educators, the Partnership School Principal, and UNCG faculty and staff.

The professional educator will cultivate leadership in students and families.

The professional educator will actively participate in professional development and demonstrate a willingness to grow as a professional educator.

The professional educator will serve as an advocate for her/his students through implementation of innovative strategies and integration of a variety of support services to foster each student’s social, emotional, physical, and academic growth.

Key Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time20%Key Responsibility

Positive School Culture

Essential Tasks

The professional educator will foster and engage in collaboration within the school and the broader community.

The professional educator will participate within a learning community of educators who support one another in improving instruction for all students, including students with disabilities or other unique learning needs; developing and aligning curriculum, instructional practices, and assessments; and problem solving.

The professional educator will foster an atmosphere that is oriented toward meeting the needs of diverse students.

The professional educator will foster a culture that involves students and families in the vision for the school.

The professional educator will build the capacity of students to develop a mindset of inquiry and exploration.

Key Responsibilities

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Content Knowledge

Essential Tasks

The professional educator will demonstrate a breadth and depth of appropriate content knowledge.

The professional educator will integrate curricular areas to meet the needs of diverse learners.

The professional educator will build upon the cultural and life experiences of students.

The professional educator will devise and deliver a curriculum in which students use the language of visual arts to communicate effectively

The professional educator will work with students to apply creative and critical thinking skills to artistic expression

The professional educator will prepare students to create art using a variety of tools, media, and processes safely and appropriately

The professional educator will create activities to enable students to understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the visual arts.

The professional educator will provide experiences that give students the opportunity to understand the interdisciplinary connections and life applications of the visual arts

The professional educator will teach students to think critically and generate responses to a variety of prompts

Key Responsibilities

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Facilitation of Learning and Reflective Practice

Essential Tasks

Facilitation of Learning:
The professional educator will effectively assess students through a variety of methods to determine appropriate instructional strategies and learning environments.

The professional educator will collaborate with others to implement the curriculum and achieve the mission of the school.

The professional educator will collaborate with others to implement innovative and non-traditional learning methods to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities and other unique learning needs.

The professional educator will facilitate innovative learning by engaging students in a variety of methods, strategies, learning environments, and groupings.

The professional educator will connect students and their families through the Partnership School’s integrated network of partners that provide service and support.

The professional educator will be receptive to hosting a variety of faculty and students to assist with instruction, as well as data collection and analysis to improve student outcomes.

Reflective Practice:
The professional educator will analyze student learning collaboratively with other professional educators, the Principal, and UNCG faculty.

The professional educator will effectively adjust instruction based on analysis of student data to meet the individual learning needs of all students.

The professional educator will seek opportunities to gain feedback and insights from a range of stakeholders in order to reflect on and improve the outcomes of their practice.

Key Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time20%Key Responsibility

Cultural Competence and Community Relations

Essential Tasks

Cultural Competence:
The professional educator will acknowledge the importance of community to improve learning and achievement of all students by collaborating with families and other community members.

The professional educator will advocate for students and families to ensure equity.

The professional educator will address the diverse interests and unique learning needs of students and their families, and utilize community resources to demonstrate and promote ethical standards of democracy, equity, diversity, and excellence.

Community Relations:
The professional educator will engage in and enhance meaningful collaboration and relationships among school and community stakeholders.

The professional educator will facilitate developing a strong school community to foster increased student academic success.

The professional educator will actively engage in ongoing communication with families to ensure they are informed about their child’s progress and are aware of school resources available for students and their families.

ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant (90-100%).

Physical EffortReading - F, Writing - F, Vision-Visual inspection - C, Hearing - C, Talking - C, Standing - F, Sitting, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - R, Climbing-Stairs - R, Bending - O, Squatting - OWork EnvironmentInside - C, Outside - OApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

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