Elementary Art Teacher

About Veritas Classical Academy

Veritas Classical Academy is a tuition-free charter school dedicated to providing a classical education that emphasizes moral character and civic responsibility. We aim to educate the minds and inspire the hearts of young people through a content-rich curriculum. 

Unique benefits of working at Veritas Classical Academy

• Veritas Classical Academy is the first classical charter school in the Chippewa Valley, offering its teachers a unique opportunity to bring classical education to an area where it has not been widely available. 
• We pride ourselves in our ability to provide our teachers with excellent observations and coaching. One-on-one coaching occurs on a weekly basis and staff have frequent, school-wide professional development sessions. We also offer two weeks of summer professional development and training prior to the start of school.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in Wisconsin’s teacher pension program.

Elementary Teacher Position Overview

This position requires a passion for student formation and school culture, and a deep commitment both to mastering classical education and working collaboratively within a vibrant academic and spiritual community.  The highest aim of our elementary teachers is to foster the moral and intellectual growth of students by delivering well-prepared instruction in orderly, joyful classrooms.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver well prepared, classical instruction in core K-5 Art topics, including: line, color, shape, form, value, space, texture, and perspective.
• Plan & Lead execution of semesterly Fine Arts Nights, in conjunction with other Fine Arts faculty members.
• Use Socratic inquiry and other classical teaching methods to engage students in meaningful discussions.
• Maintain a well-ordered, joyful, and respectful classroom environment aligned with the school’s mission and philosophy.
• Utilize the Hillsdale K-12 Office Curriculum Guide and resource library to ensure alignment across sections and grade levels.
• Model and instill habits of virtue, such as honesty, perseverance, and humility, in students.
• Foster a classroom culture that embodies the mission and vision of VCA
• Build strong partnerships with parents by maintaining regular communication regarding student progress and behavior.
• Evaluate student performance through regular assignments and assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback to students, promoting growth in knowledge, skills, and character.
• Prepare and submit progress reports and grades in a timely manner.
• Participate actively in ongoing professional development, including training in classical education and pedagogy.
• Attend and contribute to faculty meetings, curriculum planning sessions, and school events.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support school initiatives and foster a vibrant school culture.
• Embrace and contribute to the mission, vision, and culture of Veritas Classical Academy.
• Support extracurricular activities, community events, and school traditions as needed.
• Teach and maintain school-wide procedures and systems
• Maintain accurate and organized records for attendance, assignments, and communications.
• Take ownership of academic results and work to continuously improve them
• Actively participate in three-week summer professional development in preparation for the upcoming school year
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the administration.

 Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• Able to pass Wisconsin Fingerprint Clearance and background check
• Able to pass appropriate content knowledge exam required for state licensure
• Prior teaching experience is valued, but not required