Job Description

Summary

The Coordinator of Visual Arts provides leadership and coordination for planning, implementation, and assessment of curriculum/instructional initiatives related to improvements in K-12 Fine Arts Education

Essential Duties

• Coordinates the development of a comprehensive K-12 standards-based Fine Arts curriculum, inclusive of state standards for all District schools
• Provides leadership in the writing of minimum/essential benchmarks and standards for the Art, Dance, and Drama curricula
• Coordinates selection of instructional materials, supplies, textbooks, technology, and equipment needed to support the implementation of the Art, Dance, and Drama curricula
• Recommends and assigns adaptive art specialists for school service
• Assists in developing and managing an annual budget relating to the comprehensive Fine Arts education program
• Advises on educational specifications for K-12 Fine Art facilities; Recommends appropriate equipment for facilities
• Assists in reviewing and evaluating results of District-wide assessment programs and recommends appropriate modifications to the Art, Dance, and Drama curricula
• Coordinates face-to-face and online professional learning for Fine Arts teachers
• Collaborates with the Coordinator of Performing Arts to ensure the success of the Fine Arts Department
• Collaborates with HR to recruit and screen Fine Arts educators and assists principals in hiring qualified Fine Arts education teachers
• Develops and manages Fine Arts education grant budgets and grant programs
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Master’s Degree in Dance, Drama, Art, or Education

Certification/Licensure

Must hold or be eligible for Georgia Teaching Certification in the area of Dance, Drama, or Art

Leadership Certification strongly preferred

Experience Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience and 3 additional years of classroom teaching experience required; Experience in the administration of budgets preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have strong undergraduate aptitude in Dance, Drama or Art
• Ability to supervise and work effectively with departmental personnel
• Good decision-making and problem solving skills
• Ability to develop implement, monitor, and evaluate program goals and initiatives
• Working knowledge of standards-based instruction and assessment
• Ability to identify and articulate best practices in curriculum and instruction
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Demands

• Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment