Middle School Art Teacher (Maternity Coverage)
Introduction
WBAIS teachers are dedicated to student success, concerned about the physical and emotional well-being of their students, passionate about student learning and excited by the prospect of working within a dynamic, diverse community.
Classroom practices emphasize active, collaborative learning; team-building activities; the application of technology to authentic learning experiences; differentiated instruction and student achievement.
WBAIS and Israel
Established under the auspices of the American Embassy in 1958, The Walworth Barbour American International School in Israel (WBAIS) is a MSA accredited, fully independent, co-educational Pre-K - 12 international school, which offers a robust program leading to a US high school diploma.
With a present enrollment of approximately 700 students representing over 40 nationalities, WBAIS Israel is a diverse and vibrant community. Approximately 30% of WBAIS students are American, 40% from countries all over the world, and 30% Israeli.
In 2008 WBAIS moved to its current 19-acre campus that opened in 2007 and is located in the town of Even Yehuda, a residential community approximately 20 kilometers north of Tel Aviv. The purpose-built campus includes four separate divisions, a performing arts building with a 400-seat auditorium, full gym, cafeteria, library and media center, athletic fields, tennis and basketball courts, and an olympic-sized pool.
Position Objectives
The art teacher is responsible for creating a flexible classroom that promotes learning and personal growth. He/she establishes an effective rapport with students and develops positive relationships with parents and other staff members. The art teacher motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge as well as to develop understanding. He/she incorporates AIS’ curriculum into the daily schedule and works collaboratively with peers to develop an effective team. The art teacher will also collaborate with the grade level teachers, learning support/EAL teachers, and other specialists’ members to plan integrated units and activities, discuss student learning, analyze and moderate student work and to promote the educational needs of students. The art teacher will have a strong understanding of best practices, particularly in fine arts instruction within a classroom context. Familiarity with the school philosophy and mission statement is essential.
Essential Responsibilities
Include the following: (Other duties may be assigned by the divisional principal)
PLANNING & PREPARATION
- Integrates current best practices, research, and education laws/practices into the education to provide the most effective educational program.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of intellectual, social, and emotional characteristics of the age group; students' varied approaches to learning; student skills and knowledge; student interests and cultural heritage; economic and cultural influences; student's family, school and community context.
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
- Creates and maintains an environment of respect and rapport.
- Effectively serves all children on general caseload and assists with the integration of assigned students into regular classroom settings using the concepts of normalization and least restrictive environment.
- Coordinates services and assures productive, effective, and efficient use of assigned assistants and co-teachers.
- Determines appropriate affective and social behavior and supports the social emotional learning of the class.
- Provides a safe learning environment for all students. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
INSTRUCTION
- Effectively provides academic instruction and other direct services to assigned students individually, and in small/large groups as decided by team members.
- Implements appropriate classroom activities/educational materials to effectively engage students in learning and to maximize student comprehension of the lesson;
- Accurately assessing the effectiveness of classroom services (including learning activities, instructional groupings, lesson plans, educational materials, curricula, assessments, teaching strategies, and the like) to make sure instructional goals of assigned students are being met; and persistently seeks thoughtful alternative approaches/resources to improve student learning.
OTHER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communicates/collaborates effectively with parents to keep families informed of the instructional programs and individual student progress; and effectively engages families to help meet the educational needs of the student. Means of communication may include conferences, phone conversations, emails and quarterly/mid-year reports.
- Works effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates. Implements strategies such as collaborative teaming, conflict resolution, and mediation strategies to facilitate team decisions around student programs.
- Actively participates in school events, workshops, in-service meetings, building level staff meetings, and other school committees/projects.
- Shows professionalism and considers "What's best for students" in serving and advocating for students and in decision making.
- Follows and assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and procedures and school policies.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, in addition to the following:
- Education and Experience. Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years of relevant experience preferred (or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired). International Experience is preferred.
- Certifications and Licenses. Valid teaching certification preferred
- Language Skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common educational and technical journals, periodicals and procedures, and special education regulations. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from parents or members of the community. Ability to write reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.
- Computer Skills and Experience. Good basic computer skills and experience with word processing programs required. Other competency in using smart boards, Chromebooks, and the G-Suite for Education.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills. Ability to effectively, efficiently and regularly communicate and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals, including students, colleagues, assistants, supervisors, parents, and outside professionals. Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and handle stress.
Key Competencies:
- Demonstrated skills in areas of art forms such as painting, sculpture, drawing and other forms of art techniques relevant for MS students
- Proven effective classroom management techniques including creating a positive and inclusive learning environment, facilitating group and individual art projects and effectively communicating with students through constructive feedback
- Knowledge of art history including various artists, art movements and art styles
- Solid knowledge of age relevant art activities aligning with MS students
- Accountable for regular assessments of students including maintaining accurate records
- Accountable for an accurate inventory of supplies and materials and a tracking of supplies and materials to ensure proper supplies/materials are immediately available
- Modifies and adopts lesson plans and teaching strategies based on the diverse needs and abilities of the MS students;
- Exercises judgment in incorporating diverse cultural perspectives into the MS art program.
Position Expectations
- Implement the school's mission statement;
- Effectively model and encourage multicultural awareness, tolerance and understanding following the WBAIS Profile of a Learner;
- Work effectively with a varied student population (EAL students, students with learning challenges, late-entering students, and gifted and talented students);
- Demonstrate a knowledge of and capacity to develop and work with a standards based curriculum;
- Utilize accurate and up-to-date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter, applying current educational research and training;
- Design effective lessons with teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities;
- Demonstrate effective classroom management skills and strategies that encourage student self-discipline;
- Effectively monitor student work with timely and meaningful feedback, modifying goals and strategies as needed;
- Employ technology (computers, video, telecommunication, etc.) as appropriate to enhance instruction;
- Promote a positive relationship with others, sharing ideas, materials, experiences and expertise;
- Demonstrate a commitment to professional development both during the school year and during off school months as needed;
- Support school-wide projects such as student activities, staff development, and community efforts and events.
Child Protection
WBAIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.
Position Details
Reports to: MS Principal
Job Capacity: 60%
Start Date: Estimated start would be Beginning of September, 2025
Contact Information
Apply @:https://wbais.bamboohr.com/careers/107
Email: [email protected]
WBAIS Website: https://www.wbais.net/
Phone: +972-9-890-1000
Fax: +972-9-890-1001
Address: 65 Hashomron St., Even Yehuda, 4051765
