Art Teacher Grades 6-9

Description: Baton Rouge Charter School for Dyslexic Children seeks highly creative art educator to implement 6th-9th grade art curriculum.
Requirements: Experience and deep interest in arts as a pathway for students to engage in history, language, and cultural study Collaborative in nature - must be able to work with K-5th grade art teacher on curriculum implementation A strong desire to receive rigorous, ongoing professional training to deeply understand dyslexia and the effect of dyslexia on academic life An open-minded attitude toward academic instruction, including a willingness to “work outside the box” of traditional instructional methods A willingness to receive and implement feedback regarding instructional practices Evidence of strong classroom management and organizational skills Willingness to participate in highly collaborative lesson planning and teaching situations Evidence of individualized, interactive teaching philosophy Highly preferred: Experience with special education