Art Teacher
Company: Adelbrook Inc
Location: Manchester
Posted on: January 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Summary : To strengthen the
student’s artistic, behavioral, emotional, social and academic
skills to enable the student to recognize the importance of
participating in artistic activities that are designed to develop
her/his creativity. To implement an art program that will
facilitate the treatment process in compliance with the student’s
IEP. Reports to the Director of Education. This is an exempt
position. This position serves two locations. Duties and
Responsibilities: Develops an appropriate art curriculum to
supplement the academic curriculum and enhance the creativity of
each student. Participates in the development and implementation of
the behavioral management system used in the Learning Center.
Performs behavioral observations to obtain baseline data and writes
a report concerning the child’s entry level of
behavioral/emotional/social functioning as requested by the
Director of Education, other team members, the LEA, DCF or parents.
Establish a secure environment where students will exhibit
responsible personal and social behaviors. 5. Review the
functioning of each student quarterly through report cards and
objectives when appropriate. Provide updated written progress
reports for PPT meetings as requested by the Director of Education,
team members, LEA, DCF, or parents. Effect communication within the
interdisciplinary framework of the agency and complete a report
when involved in a critical incident. Support other members of the
education and/or treatment team when needed and actively
participate in school functions. Participate actively in planning
and implementation of extracurricular and/or other special school
events sponsored by the Learning Center. Support other activities
and events sponsored by the agency. Attend and actively participate
in all in-service training sessions and regularly scheduled staff
meetings Displays exemplary role modeling on the job and when in
contact with the students at the Learning Center Maintains current
Connecticut Teacher Certification Performs all other duties as
assigned by the Director of Education Education, Experience, and
Other Qualifications: B.S./B.A. degree in Art Education from an
accredited college or university and CT State Certification in
either Art Education or Special Education required. Two years in a
regular or special education school desired. Must have a positive
attitude, demonstrated good judgment and the ability to establish
rapport with children, colleagues and staff from diverse ethnic,
religious and economic backgrounds. Must be able to function as a
part of a team and to demonstrate flexibility in meeting program
needs as they occur. Post-employment training in Therapeutic Crisis
Intervention and CPR is required. Commitment to the CT Code of
Responsibility for Teachers* (attached) is requisite. Ädelbrook is
committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity and
Affirmative Action. Accordingly, all decision affecting our staff
are made on the basis of Ädelbrook’s mission, personnel policies
and applicable state and federal laws. Decisions are made without
regard to race, color, gender, gender expression, sexual
orientation, religion, age, ancestry, veteran status, national
origin, marital status or handicap.
Keywords: Adelbrook Inc, Portland , Art Teacher, Education / Teaching , Manchester, Maine
