Woodlands is seeking an innovative, collaborative and self-directed individual for the position of elementary art teacher for our organization. The successful candidate must have a passion for creating an artistic environment that fosters learning and personal growth; to help students develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued art education and/or appreciation. This position provides creative opportunities for all students in a variety of mediums. The candidate must adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the needs of all students in a fair and equitable manner. The candidate must integrate culturally responsive practices into their classroom.
Woodlands School, Inc. offers an innovative educational program of excellence for the whole child in a diverse environment that prepares the child for lifelong learning in a rapidly changing world. The Woodlands Way is a character-based education approach that helps students recognize and develop positive values.
Started in 1936, Woodlands School is a public charter school through the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Woodlands utilizes a multi-age classroom model that incorporates SEL and character education into daily instruction. Content area instruction is standards aligned, rigorous, and provides opportunities for project based learning and real world connections.
Overall Teaching Position Details
Maintains a growth mindset toward student learning, teaching practice, and personal/collective professional development.
Contributes to student learning, growth, and advancement.
Demonstrates academic competence in subject area(s), and displays an inclination for developing integrated and interdisciplinary work across the curriculum.
Utilizes data and formative/summative assessments to be responsive to learner needs.
Collaborates effectively with a variety of stakeholder groups within the organization and with external partners to increase student performance and contribute to advancing the teaching and learning craft.
Looks beyond the walls of the classroom and demonstrates global competence and how their work will expand the impact of students' work to their families and local and global communities.
Recognizes the relationship between social-emotional learning and academic performance, and aspires toward developing and teaching the whole child.
Works collaboratively with their unit team, teaching assistant, administration, and other staff.
Is timely and professional in the various responsibilities of the position.
Position Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in Education
Licensure: Teaching license from Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Art (1550) teacher license or have the ability to obtain this license by the start of the 2026-27 school year
Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals.
Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet many and varied deadlines; manage small and large groups of students in a classroom environment; and communicate effectively with students, parents, school administrators, and other staff, including the ability to discuss topics which may be sensitive.
Knowledge of educational software.
Additional Application Requirements
Resume
Cover Letter
2 Letters of Recommendation
Three references
Transcript
Compensation:
Salary commensurate with experience and related qualifications. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance coverage is available through the organization. Employees enjoy reduced before and aftercare costs for their children.