N.H. Admin. Code § Ed 507.09 - Visual Arts Teacher

The following requirements shall apply to the licensure of a visual arts teacher in grades K-12:

(a) To be licensed as a visual arts teacher, the candidate shall have:

(1) At least a bachelor's degree; and

(2) Qualify for licensure under one of the alternatives in Ed 505.05 - Ed 505.07; and

(b) A candidate for licensure as a visual arts teacher shall have the following skills, competencies, and knowledge through a combination of academic and supervised practical experiences in following areas:

(1) In the area of personal artistry and art making:

a. Artistic knowledge demonstrated through a personal portfolio of artwork exhibiting synthesis of concept development, personal voice, and technical skill in at least one medium;

b. Breadth of artistic knowledge demonstrated through a personal portfolio exhibiting development of technical skills and processes in each of the following art forms:

1. Two-dimensional techniques and processes, such as:

(i) Observational drawings including objects, environment, and the figure and expressive drawing;

(ii) Painting; and

(iii) Printmaking;

2. Three-dimensional techniques and processes, such as:

(i) Ceramics; and

(ii) Sculpture;

3. New and emerging digital and electronic technologies, such as:

(i) Free online programs; and

(ii) Visual application software; and

4. One or more additional media, such as:

(i) Fiber arts;

(ii) Photography;

(iii) Mixed media and materials;

(iv) Cultural art forms;

(v) Jewelry;

(vi) Installation; and

(vii) Non-traditional materials;

c. Applying the creative process to the development of composition, subject matter, ideas, and selection of media, as demonstrated through a personal portfolio of artwork;

d. Developing a personal statement or philosophy to be included in a personal portfolio of artwork that demonstrates an integration of personal iconography and ideas using a breadth of media techniques, styles, and forms of expression;

e. A range of artistic methodologies from exploration to mastery for a variety of media, materials, and processes, showing related techniques and tools including proper care, safety, and use; and

f. Critically evaluating their own artwork and the works of other artists through oral and written discourse;

(2) In the area of visual literacy and presentation:

a. Synthesizing foundational vocabulary to inform and develop a range of subject matter, symbols, and ideas in the creation and analysis of art including:

1. Elements including line, space, color, shape, form, value, and texture; and

2. Principles of design including balance, proportion, emphasis and contrast, unity and harmony, pattern, movement, and rhythm;

b. Analyzing the expressive, representational, and symbolic characteristics of the visual language;

c. Displaying, presenting, and exhibiting artwork in a variety of settings, platforms of technology, and in diverse contexts that are educationally informative to multiple audiences;

d. Proficiency in the presentation of written and oral artist statements, exhibition statements, or both; and

e. Understanding copyright law and fair use practices in relation to personal art making;

(3) In the area of history, culture, and aesthetic context:

a. Interpreting and responding to ideas, experiences, the environments of the visual arts of various cultures, and cultural constructs and influences;

b. The ability to recognize the importance of art in different cultures and the different symbolic meanings;

c. An understanding of global art history and how visual art is an integral component of history and the human experience from early cultures to contemporary times;

d. Identifying, analyzing, and applying criteria for making visual aesthetic judgments from cultural, historical, and personal perspectives; and

e. The ability to reflect on and assess one's artwork and the work of others, recognizing and considering a variety of viewpoints and using methods of art criticism; and

(4) In the area of curriculum and assessment:

a. Designing and advocating for a comprehensive K-12 visual arts program that:

1. Facilitates the development of artistic skill, creative processes, and aesthetic understanding sequentially over time, with opportunities for students to self-assess and reflect;

2. Is consistent with RSA 193-C: 3, III;

3. Includes art making and other materials appropriate to the diverse needs, interests, and capacities of all students;

4. Includes opportunities and resources available beyond the visual art classroom, such as:

(i) Museums;

(ii) Galleries;

(iii) Artist studios;

(iv) Community artists; and

(v) Recognition programs;

5. Can be made available to all students by designing and constructing modifications to visual art tools and materials that meet unique student needs;

6. Integrates global art history into the visual art curriculum by making traditional, popular, and contemporary art from a wide range of cultures accessible and available to students;

7. Plans and implements lessons that connect thinking skills, concepts, and themes among the visual arts and other disciplines to create meaning through art making;

8. Integrates current technologies and multimedia to enhance and develop curricula that allows students opportunities to make art and document and display their artwork through the use of various media;

9. Introduces students to a variety of career options and assists students in investigating career options, when appropriate; and

10. Guides students in the creation of their personal and professional portfolios, when appropriate; and

b. Developing and applying multiple formal and summative assessment methods specific to visual art to determine students' attainment of art-based competencies.

Notes

N.H. Admin. Code § Ed 507.09

#2055, eff 6-16-82; ss by #2714, eff 5-16-84; ss by #4851, eff 6-25-90; EXPIRED 6-25-96

New. #6349, eff 10-5-96, EXPIRED: 10-5-04

New. #8229, eff 12-17-04, EXPIRED: 12-17-12

New. .#10506, eff 1-17-14

Amended by Number 15, Filed April 11, 2024, Proposed by #13902, Effective 3/15/2024, Expires 9/11/2024. Amended by Number 37, Filed September 12, 2024, Proposed by #14050, Effective 8/15/2024, Expires 8/15/2034.