Position Title

EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAM (Summer 2021) - Art Therapist

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

According to Teachers' Contract

Job Description

Orientation:  TBD (Starting at 8:00 a.m.)      Program Dates:  July 5, 2021 - August 13, 2021

The Art Therapist uses art media, images and the creative art process and responses to the art work as a reflection of the student’s development, abilities, personality, interests, concerns and conflicts.  This information is used to assess and treat emotional, physical, mental and emotional disorders in students with special needs.

TYPICAL DUTIES: 

1. Provide individual art therapy assessments in multiple locations. 
2. Prepare and implement art therapy intervention to students individually or in groups as appropriate. 
3. Maintain all necessary and appropriate records. 
4. Communicate with administrators, teachers, parents and students regarding progress/status of the art therapy program. 
5. Participate in staffing, parent meetings, and annual review meetings as appropriate. 
6. Assist classroom staff in developing instructional techniques in the area of art therapy.
7. Prepare, implement and evaluate the Individualized Education Plan for each student. 
8. Perform other such duties as may be assigned by the Special Education Supervisor.

Civil Service Title

Art Therapist (Competitive)

Job Qualifications

Prior experience teaching students with special needs is strongly preferred. New York State License in Creative Arts Therapy with the required coursework in Art Therapy or a Master’s in Art Therapy required. License and Certification by the Art Therapy Credentials Board or active pursuit of same is required.

Application Procedure

Please apply online at: https://monroe2boces.recruitfront.com/Account/Login

Please refer to above Required Application Type to complete before applying.

Job Category

Other

Job Location

District Wide

Additional Information