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fine arts instructor

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Fine arts instructors educate students in specific theory and, primarily, practice-based fine arts courses at a specialised fine arts school or conservatory at a higher education level, including drawing, painting and sculpturing. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practical skills and techniques the students must subsequently master in the fine arts. Fine arts instructors monitor the students' progress, assist individually when necessary, and evaluate their knowledge and performance on the fine arts through, often practical, assignments, tests and examinations.

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Competences
58
Groups
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Essential
26
Optional
32

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 4 competences

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art history

The history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.

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instructional strategies

The techniques that instructors use to deliver lessons. The aim of these strategies is to make students become more involved in the learning process.

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assessment processes

Various evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, summative and self- assessment are used for varying purposes.

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curriculum objectives

The goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.

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Essential skills and competences 22 competences

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assess conservation needs

Assess and list the needs for conservation/restoration, in relation to current use and planned future use.

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create craft prototypes

Fabricate and prepare prototypes or models of objects to be crafted.

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define creative components

Identify sources of inspiration and strong points. Identify the subject of the art production. Identify the content. Identify creative factors such as performers and music.

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select artistic materials to create artworks

Select artistic materials based on strength, colour, texture, balance, weight, size, and other characteristics that should guarantee the feasibility of the artistic creation regarding the expected shape, color, etc.- even though the result might vary from it. Artistic materials such as paint, ink, water colours, charcoal, oil, or computer software can be used as much as garbage, living products (fruits, etc) and any kind of material depending on the creative project.

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supervise craft production

Fabricate or prepare patterns or templates to guide the crafting production process.

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adapt teaching to student's capabilities

Identify the learning struggles and successes of students. Select teaching and learning strategies that support students’ individual learning needs and goals.

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apply intercultural teaching strategies

Ensure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural backgrounds. Explore individual and social stereotypes and develop cross-cultural teaching strategies.

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apply teaching strategies

Employ various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating arguments when necessary. Use a wide range of teaching devices and methodologies appropriate to the class content, the learners' level, goals, and priorities.

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This includes the use of teaching devices such as diagrams and other visual aids.
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assess students

Evaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weaknesses. Formulate a summative statement of the goals the student achieved.

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The skill applies to all educational levels such as primary, secondary, post-secondary and tertiary education.
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assist students with equipment

Provide assistance to students when working with (technical) equipment used in practice-based lessons and solve operational problems when necessary.

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compile course material

Write, select or recommend a syllabus of learning material for the students enrolled in the course.

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demonstrate when teaching

Present to others examples of your experience, skills, and competences that are appropriate to specific learning content to help students in their learning.

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develop course outline

Research and establish an outline of the course to be taught and calculate a time frame for the instructional plan in accordance with school regulations and curriculum objectives.

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give constructive feedback

Provide founded feedback through both criticism and praise in a respectful, clear, and consistent manner. Highlight achievements as well as mistakes and set up methods of formative assessment to evaluate work.

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guarantee students' safety

Ensure all students falling under an instructor or other person’s supervision are safe and accounted for. Follow safety precautions in the learning situation.

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liaise with educational support staff

Communicate with education management, such as the school principal and board members, and with the education support team such as the teaching assistant, school counsellor or academic advisor on issues relating the students' well-being.

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manage student relationships

Manage the relations between students and between student and teacher. Act as a just authority and create an environment of trust and stability.

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monitor developments in field of expertise

Keep up with new research, regulations, and other significant changes, labour market related or otherwise, occurring within the field of specialisation.

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perform classroom management

Maintain discipline and engage students during instruction.

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prepare lesson content

Prepare content to be taught in class in accordance with curriculum objectives by drafting exercises, researching up-to-date examples etc.

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select subject matter

Select subject matter based on personal or public interest, or ordered by a publisher or agent.

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teach arts principles

Instruct students in the theory and practice of arts and crafts and the fine arts, whether recreationally, as part of their general education, or with the aim of assisting them in pursuing a future career in this field. Offer instruction in courses such as drawing, painting, sculpting and ceramics.

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Optional knowledge 8 competences

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types of pottery material

Types of clays and mud and their appearance, properties, reaction to fire, etc.

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Cross-sector

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copyright legislation

Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.

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ergonomics

The science of designing systems, processes and products that complement the strengths of people so that they can use them easily and safely.

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graphic design

The techniques to create a visual representation of ideas and messages.

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learning difficulties

The learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.

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scientific research methodology

The theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.

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teamwork principles

The cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.

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types of paint

Varieties of paint and chemicals used in their composition.

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Optional skills and competences 24 competences

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assist students with their dissertation

Support university students with the writing of their paper or theses. Advise on research methods or additions to certain parts of their dissertations. Report different types of errors, such as research or methodological errors, to the student.

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create sculptures

Create decorative sculptures by hand, using a variety of techniques and materials.

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create sketches

Draw sketches to prepare for a drawing or as a standalone artistic technique.

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facilitate teamwork between students

Encourage students to cooperate with others in their learning by working in teams, for example through group activities.

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gather reference materials for artwork

Gather samples of the materials you expect to use in the creation process, especially if the desired piece of art necessitates the intervention of qualified workers or specific production processes.

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manage different ceramic firing techniques

Manage different ceramic firing or baking techniques according to selected clay, the expect strength of the object, and enamel colours.

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manage resources for educational purposes

Identify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the orders.

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operate a ceramics kiln

Manage the temperature of a kiln to achieve the expected results according to the type of clay such as biscuit stoneware or porcelain. Manage sintering and enamels colours.

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paint sets

Painting set constructions and stage props.

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present exhibition

Present an exhibition and give educational lectures in a comprehensible way that is attractive to the public.

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promote the conservatory

Maintain a positive image of the conservatory and use personal network in the best interest of the conservatory, such as establishing valuable artistic and financial connections.

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use digital illustration techniques

Create drawings using digital illustration programmes and techniques.

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use genre painting techniques

Use a genre or academic painting and drawing techniques.

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use painting techniques

Apply painting techniques such as 'trompe l'oeil', 'faux finishing' and aging techniques.

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use traditional illustration techniques

Create drawings using traditional illustration techniques such as watercolour, pen and ink, airbrush art, oil painting, pastels, wood engraving, and linoleum cuts.

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Cross-sector

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adapt training to labour market

Identify developments in the labour market and recognise their relevance to the training of students.

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assist in the organisation of school events

Provide assistance in the planning and organisation of school events, such as the school's open house day, a sports game or a talent show.

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assist students in their learning

Support and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.

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develop learning curriculum

Develop and plan the learning goals and outcomes for education institutions, as well as the required teaching methods and potential education resources. Organise content, form, methods and technologies for delivery of study experiences.

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keep records of attendance

Keep track of the pupils who are absent by recording their names on a list of absentees.

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manage budgets

Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.

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provide career counselling

Advise beneficiaries on future career options through counselling and, potentially, through career testing and evaluation.

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provide lesson materials

Ensure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.

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work with virtual learning environments

Incorporate the use of online learning environments and platforms into the process of instruction.

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