• Prepare and teach sequential skill-building lesson plans based on the EAS Curriculum;
• Define objectives for all lessons and communicate objectives to students.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the students' varying needs, interests, and developmental levels;
• Prepare art materials and classrooms for Art-making activities;
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible;
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to students, and demonstrate proper handling of art materials, tools, and equipment, including cleanup;
• Help students observe, discuss, and write about their art;
• Promote positive character development in all students;
• Organize and promote interest in the Visual Arts at the school site level;
• Help plan and set up all aspects of art shows (as applicable);

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Education and/or Experience: 

• High school diploma/certificates; 
• A minimum of two years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required
• Passion for EAS mission;
• Interest in the field of education and students’ development;
• Certifications and credentials related to the Visual Arts are highly preferred;
• Strong organizational and management skills;
• Effective communication skills for both the parent and staff community;
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the Visual Arts;
• Must have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing young learners;
• Must know a variety of art techniques, equipment, terminology, and vocabulary;
• Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual;
• Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Must provide a current portfolio highlighting artistic skills and teaching experience.

Interpersonal Skills: 

• Works well with others from diverse backgrounds;
• Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; contributes to building a positive team spirit;
• Is friendly, personable and diplomatic in dealing with all members of the school community;
• Ability to work rapidly and accurately; 
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with constant interruptions;
• Is on time, punctual to meetings, knows how to manage a schedule, is organized.

Language Skills: 

• Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in Azerbaijani and English;
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from students, parents, staff or members of the community; 

Computer Skills: 

• Regular use of complex machines and equipment (desktop/laptop computer and software, road and production machines and equipment, etc.);
• Presentation/PowerPoint, Spreadsheet, Word Processing.