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Art Teacher

 

We are looking for an Art Teacher who is able to establish exemplary classroom culture that balances high expectations with love and support.  We seek teachers who are committed to continuously improving teaching and learning through collaboration with their teammates. Why join the Cresthaven Academy Family?  Great question! We’re really passionate about kids, fun, and improvement. To find out more, visit our website here - www.cresthavenacademy.org
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Establishing and enforcing rules of behavior for students in the classroom

• Preparing lessons, units and projects to complete learning objectives

• Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons, units and projects

• Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students

• Encouraging students to explore learning opportunities and career paths

• Creating, assigning and grading various assessments for students, including tests, quizzes, essays and projects

• Working with students one-on-one when they need extra help or attention

• Tracking and evaluating student academic progress

• Leading parent-teacher meetings

• Maintaining positive relationships with students, parents, coworkers and supervisors

• Managing student behavior

• Creating a safe, respectful and inclusive classroom environment

• Communicating regularly with parents

• Helping students improve study methods and habits

• Administering tests to evaluate students’ progress
 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Holds a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and is eligible for a CE or CEAS, or holds a valid NJ teaching credential for the grade and/or subject required.
  • Charter school or urban school setting experience is preferred, but not required.  
  • A demonstrated track record of facilitating student academic growth and having a joyous, positive classroom.
  • Passion and sustained commitment to ensure that joyful, rigorous instruction is delivered to every scholar, every day.
  • An entrepreneurial spirit, be mission-aligned, and feel excited to be part of a CACS Team. 

This position may require:

  • Exposure to temperature variations and wet conditions.  
  • Walking and working on uneven and slick surfaces.
  • Reaching above and below shoulder height.
  • Frequent excessive standing during assigned work day. 
  • Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, pull, sit, stand, walk, reach, crouch, climb, balance, kneel, and stoop. 
  • Cresthaven Academy offers a competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience and skills.  Cresthaven Academy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer.  


 

Candidates under final consideration will need to be able to pass a criminal history background check, and provide documentation of medical clearance (TB/Mantoux testing).