Art Teacher - Quail Run ES

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2025-26 Art Teacher - Quail Run Elementary School

Quail Run Elementary School, Paradise Valley Unified School District

The Art Teacher role supports classroom instruction, student assessment, collaboration, and community engagement in a full‑time elementary setting.

• Administers developmental testing programs and subject assessments.
• Advices parents and legal guardians of student progress.
• Assesses student progress toward objectives and provides feedback.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, parents, and community resources.
• Counsels students for improved performance and health status.
• Demonstrates pedagogical approaches that engage learners.
• Differentiates classroom work for individualized instruction.
• Directs assistant teachers, instructional assistants, and volunteers.
• Facilitates student learning to achieve academic and life skills.
• Instructs students through defined courses of study.
• Manages student behavior for a safe learning environment.
• Monitors students in varied educational environments.
• Organizes indoor and outdoor activities for student participation.
• Participates on PLC team to review data and practices.
• Prepares written materials such as grades and anecdotal records.
• Reports health and safety issues to administrators and agencies.
• Responds to emergency situations and directs appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries from teachers, parents, administrators, and others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Performs other functions as needed to support the unit.

• Bachelor's degree in Art Education or related field.
• Arizona Teaching Certificate with core content area endorsement.
• Proficiency in assessment instruments and standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of algebra, geometry, and technical information analysis.
• Ability to schedule activities, gather data, and utilize job‑related equipment.
• Problem‑solving skills and flexibility to work with diverse individuals.
• Experience with lesson plans, child development stages, and behavior management strategies.
• Experience with IEPs, 504s, and district policies.
• Continuing education and training to maintain certification.

Typical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; fine finger dexterity. Standing 50%, walking 40%, sitting 10%.

Arizona Teaching Certificate, SEI Endorsement, and Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. The District is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with federal, state and local laws.