Job: Part Time Art Teacher / SEMH Teacher (contract) Immediate Start
Where: SEMH School
Location: London Borough of Hillingdon
Daily Rate: £150 - £250 per day
Innovative & Creative SEMH School located in London Borough of Hillingdon is recruiting for a part time Art Teacher to start immediately.
The successful Art Teacher / Teacher of Art OR SEMH Teacher / SEN Teacher must have Qualified Teacher Status.
It is important that the Teacher of Art / Art Teacher or SEMH Teacher / SEN Teacher has experience teaching students at KS3 & KS4 with a range of complex needs, including SEMH, Autism, and behaviour difficulties as well as experience working with EHCPs.
Class sizes are small, typically between 5-7 children per class.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Proven experience teaching art in a school setting, preferably within an SEMH or similar environment.
- Strong understanding of SEMH and ASD, including strategies for supporting students with these needs.
- Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to de-escalate challenging behaviours.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to teaching.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with best practices in SEMH and ASD education.
- Additional qualifications or training in special education, SEMH, or ASD.
- Experience working in the London Borough of Hillingdon or similar urban settings.
- Familiarity with art therapy techniques and their application in an educational context.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging art lessons tailored to the individual needs of students with SEMH and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
- Utilize various teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages creativity and self-expression.
- Employ techniques for de-escalating challenging behaviours and managing classroom dynamics effectively.
- Monitor and assess students' progress, providing constructive feedback and support.
- Work collaboratively with other staff members, including SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators) and support staff, to develop individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Maintain accurate records of students' achievements and behaviour incidents.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
- Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and external agencies regarding students' progress and any concerns.
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