No referrals required Position Teacher
- Elementary
- Art Location East Ward Elementary Perks Eligible Yes Effective Date As soon as possible Are you passionate about helping ALL students learn in a collaborative environment? Downingtown Area School District is excited to announce opening for a certified art teacher at East Ward Elementary School. At DASD, we are committed to sharing values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence in education. Our ability to create and maintain a climate of respect is critical to attaining the best teaching and learning environment. Responsible for developing in each student an interest in and the ability for creative expression in visual terms, using skills and techniques of artistic expression consistent with school guidelines; to discover and develop talents of students in the field of art. Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a proper Pennsylvania certification for the position Bachelor's degree Valid PA certification specific to content area: Art PK-12 Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program Must be able to flex and vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers Possesses effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills,



as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility To follow the standard of member conduct as stated in the PA Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment Teaches knowledge and skills in art, including drawing, painting, lettering, and art history Works collaboratively with classroom teacher to successfully implement integrated instruction with focus on science and the arts, when necessary. Provides instruction by which students develop aesthetic concepts and appreciations, and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art Demonstrates techniques in activities such as drawing and painting Understands a variety of "masters" techniques Knows and can apply elements of design and up-to-date principles of art Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection Evaluates each student's performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings, and prepare progress reports Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, tools, instructional aids,



and maintain required inventory records Plans and presents art displays and exhibitions designed to reflect students' work for the school and the community Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and/or in self-selected professional growth activities Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs, such as after school art club, if necessary Complies with and enforces school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy Salary 2026-2027 School Year Placement upon salary scale is dependent upon education and years of teaching service. Medical Coverage through IBX
- Personal Choice C4-F4-02 IBC has extensive local and national networks Dental Coverage
- Delta Dental Active PPO Allows use of in-network and out-of-network providers ~ Vision Coverage
- Vision Benefits of America (VBA) All employees may enroll in the district's health benefit plans effective with their date of hire into the benefit eligible position. A legally married spouse as defined by PA law and children up to age 26 may enroll in the District's health benefit plans. Flexible Spending Accounts Benefit eligible employees have the opportunity to elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Account. DASD offers both a Healthcare Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account. This benefit allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out of pocket eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses. Receive $150 back when you complete 120 workouts at an approved fitness facility within 365 days. Employee Assistance Program Health Advocate is a free, confidential program that offers EAP+ Work/Life benefits to help you address difficulties in your life by providing short term assistance with personal, family, and work issues. In addition, it simplifies the navigation of the health care system by helping yo

📌 Elementary Art Teacher (Canada)
🏢 Downingtown Area School District
📍 Canada