Animation Teacher

Teacher/Professional - Secondary - Animation Teacher

Grades 9-12

Job Number

Start Date

Open Date 02/01/2025

Closing Date 05/04/2026

ROLE AND PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university required

Valid Texas teaching certificate or eligible for alternative certification or local teaching permit

An assignment for Animation is allowed with one of the following certificates.

Any business or office education certificate

Business and Finance: Grades 6-12

Business Education: Grades 6-12

Secondary Industrial Arts: Grades 6-12

Secondary Industrial Technology: Grades 6-12

Technology Applications:

Early Childhood-Grade 12

Grades 8-12

Technology Education: Grades 6-12

Trade and Industrial Education:

Grades 6-12 with appropriate work approval as identified on the certificate

Grades 8-12 with appropriate work approval as identified on the certificate

Vocational Trades and Industry with appropriate work approval as identified on the certificate

Arlington ISD local teaching permit. This assignment requires appropriate work approval. Provide documented work experience in animation per Arlington ISD guidelines for issuing a local teaching permit

Experience:

Provide documented work experience in animation per Arlington ISD guidelines for issuing a local teaching permit

Animation industry experience (preferred)

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT

Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated

Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required

Prepare lessons and adapt the curriculum for individual student differences

Establish clear objectives for all lessons and communicate objectives to students

Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations

Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student groups involved

Provide opportunities for students to participate actively and successfully

Evaluate and provide feedback on student progress during instruction

Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement

Knowledge of subjects' assigned, general knowledge of curriculum and instruction and good knowledge of child growth and development

Provide extended hour opportunities for students to obtain the minimum required hours and skills to sit for industry certification exams

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CLIMATE

Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives and methods in accordance with district requirements

Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district

Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior

Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT

Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes in a regular school day

Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials

ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities

Compile, maintain and file accurately and correctly all reports, records and other documents required

STUDENT MANAGEMENT

Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study

Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress and report cards as required

Maintain appropriate assessment evaluation documentation

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students

Establish a discipline management plan, maintain order in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations

SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may volunteer to sponsor outside activities approved by the school

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning instructional expectations and student progress

Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members

Promote the school in a positive manner within the school and community

Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly to colleagues, students, parents and community

Provide opportunities for students to provide animation services to the school and community

Engage in cross curricular activities with other CTE content areas as appropriate to the curriculum

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Participate in the district staff development program

Demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement

Participate in a principal approved externship with an industry partner

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for student teacher(s), educational assistant(s) and/or volunteer(s)

Administer standardized and other tests as required

Provide as much as possible, a safe environment to protect students

MISCELLANEOUS

Employ the use of technologies in the teaching/learning process

Demonstrate human relations skills that are professional, ethical and responsible

Perform other duties as required

Work is located in a classroom environment. Must have ability to move from one location to another throughout the district

Ability to communicate (verbal and written), ability to instruct and ability to maintain emotional control under stress

NOTE: In order to minimize current campus disruption, current Teachers and Teacher Assistants may only apply to job postings if the position is a promotion. A promotion is defined by an increase in salary grade or incremental stipend. This does not apply if the transfer window is open.

Duty Days 192

Additional Job Information

This is a pooled position. It is open year round even if no current openings exist.

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