Elementary School Art Teacher

Job Description: Elementary School Teacher, Art

Overview:

LINC Academy, a new public charter school in Columbus, OH, is seeking Art Teachers (Grades K-2) to join our Founding Team for the 2024-25 School Year. We will open in August 2024 in the Franklinton neighborhood to serve students in Grades K-2, with a plan to grow to Grades K-5.

Our intentionally small elementary school focuses on high academic standards, leadership skill development, and community. In a safe, supportive, and academically rigorous learning environment, students will experience an instructional and cultural program that deliberately, skillfully, and authentically engages them in a developmentally appropriate learning experience.

Our approach includes:

● Rigorous, research-based curriculum that supports students to develop a love for

learning, to think critically, and to achieve academic success.

● Intentional focus on early literacy skills, including word study, phonemic awareness,

and daily writing and independent reading opportunities.

● Daily programming to build leadership and social-emotional skills, delivered

through whole-school Morning Motivation assemblies and classroom morning meetings.

● Joyful monthly whole-school celebrations and community activities that promote a

positive school culture and recognize student efforts in demonstrating LINC school

values and leadership habits in action.

We are seeking skilled educators to nurture student growth academically and socially-emotionally, both in the classroom and within our school community. Our teachers collaborate to deliver a rigorous curriculum, foster a positive learning environment, leverage data for ongoing improvement, and cultivate strong school-home partnerships. We offer frequent professional development and leadership opportunities to enhance our educators' impact in the classroom, school, and beyond.

Essential Functions:

Instructional Planning and Delivery

● Develop and execute a quality arts program that complements our academic program and

aligns with the Ohio Learning Standards for Fine Arts.

● Use data to make instructional decisions.

● Collaborate with peers to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.

Classroom and School Culture

● Implement the school-wide and classroom management policies and practices and build a

classroom culture that empowers and creates a sense of belonging for all students.

● Foster a responsive, inclusive environment that nurtures trust and respect with students

and families.

● Model the LINC Leadership Habits through all interactions with students, staff, families, and

community partners.

● Actively participate in school-wide community-building activities and events, including daily

Morning Motivation.

Team Collaboration and Support

● Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and team meetings.

● Participate in the daily functions and routines of the school and adhere to school-wide

policies and procedures.

● Collaborate with all staff members to ensure that all students have consistent and

well-coordinated support.

● Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement.

● Share best practices with peers and collaborate to improve instructional practices.

● Fulfill professional commitments by ensuring punctuality and consistently meeting

deadlines.

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree or will have one conferred by the first day of work

● Prior teaching experience preferred

● Experience in urban schools and/or communities preferred

● Valid Ohio teaching license or in the process of obtaining a valid Ohio teaching license

● Enthusiastic about urban education and dedicated to our mission, including our focus on

leadership and social-emotional skill development.

● Highly qualified in the content area and/or grade level.

● Uses data to inform instructional strategies.

● Receptive to feedback and desire to grow professionally.

● Highly organized.

● Communicates effectively (verbal and written) with students, families, and peers.

● Thrives in fast-paced, start-up settings; adept at multitasking and finding clear solutions

amidst uncertainty.

To Apply:

Submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to jobs@lincacademies.com

LINC Academy is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not

discriminate on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion,

national origin, disability (physical or mental), sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,

genetic information, or parental status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 1st grade
• 2nd grade
• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade
• Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• English
• Math
• Physical Education
• Reading
• Science
• Social Studies

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person