The Art teacher will:

Have a secure and detailed understanding of the principles of the LUC Art curriculum design (Reggio Emilia) and can apply them in the environment
Know how to identify and highlight connections with other curricular areas or stages promoting learning beyond subject boundaries.
Have detailed knowledge and understanding of the theory and practical skills required in teaching Art and use this knowledge to create documentation such as students’ observation and assessment, lessons overviews, art magazine articles, home tasks for students, materials lists etc.
Know how to teach all year groups meeting the needs of all learners and providing opportunities to share their ideas, thoughts and opinions
Know how to use, design and adapt materials for teaching and learning which stimulate, support and challenge all learners
Know how to work collaboratively with colleagues to facilitate interdisciplinary learning
Know how to plan systematically for effective teaching and learning across the year groups
Have a secure working knowledge and detailed understanding to justify what is taught within the curricular areas, about the curriculum and the relevance to the needs of all learners
Know how to promote and support the cognitive, emotional, social and physical wellbeing of all learners, and demonstrate a commitment to raising all learners’ expectations of themselves
Have knowledge and understanding of areas of the curriculum which contribute to personal and social development


Monitoring, Assessment and Reporting

Know and understand how to apply the principles of assessment, recording and reporting as an integral part of the teaching process
Have extensive knowledge and a firm understanding of the principles of assessment, methods of recording assessment information, the use of assessment in reviewing progress, in improving teaching and learning, identifying next steps and the need to produce precise, informed and sensitive reports
Systematically develop and use an extensive range of strategies, approaches and associated materials for formative and summative assessment purposes, appropriate to the needs of all learners and the requirements of the curriculum
Record assessment information in a systematic and meaningful way to enhance teaching and learning and fulfil the requirements of the curriculum and awarding bodies
Produce informed reports for parents as part of the reporting process

Teaching and Learning

All teachers will:

Plan appropriately, in different contexts and over differing timescales, for effective teaching and learning to meet the needs of all learners
Model appropriate levels of literacy in their professional practice
Use a range of communication methods, including a variety of media, to promote and develop positive relationships to motivate and sustain the interest and participation of all learners
Communicate appropriately with all learners, and promote competence and confidence
Demonstrate effective questioning strategies varied to meet the needs of all learners to enhance teaching and learning
Communicate the purpose of the learning and give useful explanations at the appropriate level(s) for all learners
Reflect on the impact of their method of communication on learners and others in the learning community
Consistently select creative and imaginative strategies for teaching and learning appropriate to the interests and needs of all learners, as individuals, groups or classes
Skilfully deploy a wide variety of innovative resources and teaching approaches, including digital technologies and, where appropriate, actively seeking outdoor learning opportunities
Justify consistently and evaluate competently professional practice, and take action to improve the impact on all learners
Create opportunities for learning to be transformative in terms of challenging assumptions and expanding world views.
Ensure learning tasks are varied, differentiated and devised to build confidence and promote the progress of all learners, providing active support and challenge
Identify barriers to learning and respond appropriately, seeking advice concerning all learners' needs as required
Show commitment to raising learners' expectations of themselves and others and their level of care for themselves, for others and the natural world

Art Classroom Organisation and Management

Ensure the Art classroom is safe, well-organised, well-managed and stimulating, with effective use of display regularly updated
Plan and organise effectively available space to facilitate whole-class learning, small group projects and promote independent learning
Know about and apply health and safety regulations appropriately as an integral part of professional practice.

Develop Positive Behavior and Relationships

Teachers will:

Demonstrate care and commitment to working with all learners
Demonstrate a secure knowledge and understanding of the wellbeing indicators
Show in-depth awareness of educational research and a variety of strategies to build relationships with learners, promote positive behaviour and celebrate success
Implement the school's positive behaviour policy including strategies for understanding consistently and preventing bullying, and manage pupil behaviour in and around the school, in a fair, sensitive and informed manner
Seek and use advice from colleagues and promoted staff, as appropriate, in managing behaviour
Evaluate and justify their approaches to managing behaviour and, when necessary, be open to new approaches to adapt them
Recognise when a learner’s behaviour may signify distress requiring the need for further support, and take appropriate action

Other Professional Commitments:

Make a positive contribution to the broader life and philosophy of LUC-FGA
Prepare and lead parent-child art workshops
Participating in school events, preparing and leading art activities during school events such as harvest festival
Planning and setting up art exhibitions at both LUC campuses, updating exhibitions every unit and set up art rooms for Open Houses
Planning and leading afterschool club lessons
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and seek support
Attend staff meetings and assemblies
Deploy support staff effectively
To have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with parents and colleagues
To work collaboratively with other specialist and class teaching teams
Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues
Communicate effectively with parents concerning learner achievements and wellbeing, including parent's meetings.
Participate fully in teacher observation and appraisal procedures
Be adaptable and flexible


The above list is not exhaustive of the primary duties and responsibilities of the class teacher role; all teachers may be required to fulfil other duties and responsibilities as required by management.