Middle School Art Teacher

Uncommon Schools • Rochester, NY

2h • $50,000 - $64,700 • Onsite

About The Position

Uncommon Schools is seeking a Middle School Art Teacher to join their network of high-performing public charter schools. This role involves developing and implementing an enriching art program for students in grades K-8, ensuring a coherent art experience, and coordinating with outside providers. The teacher will also be responsible for purchasing and maintaining art equipment, providing summer training on the art program, and assisting with school events. Additionally, the role may include teaching a section of Reading and integrating art instruction with core academic curricula. The teacher will collaborate with colleagues, engage families, and uphold the school's standards for excellence and core values.

Requirements

• A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools
• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university prior to the start of employment.
• Must meet NY state certification eligibility requirements.
• Enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during employment if you do not have a degree in education.
• Required to become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years experience impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities.

Responsibilities

• Researches, designs, and/or documents standards and curricula for art for students in grades K-4/5-8.
• Ensures a coherent and enriching art experience for students.
• Teaches Art to all students in the school Monday-Thursday each week of the school year.
• Teaches after school enrichment two days per week if included in the school’s programmatic offerings.
• Designs, supervises, and implements all aspects of the Art program, including coordinating with outside providers and vendors, maintaining records, participating in required trainings and certification processes, etc.
• Assists in the purchase and maintenance of the school’s Art equipment.
• Provides, during summer training, an orientation to all staff on the school’s art program, including transitions, standards, appropriate singing, integration, Friday plays, winter holiday celebration(s), arts as a student motivator, arts as an avenue to increase parent involvement, and collaboration and team projects.
• Assists the Director of Operations/Dean of Students in coordinating the school’s annual winter holiday celebration(s), weekly Community Meetings, and Stepping Up celebration(s).
• If requested, teaching at least 1 section of Reading each Monday-Friday each week of the school year.
• Provides instruction in the schools’ core reading program (Reading Mastery) and in other subjects as needed.
• Works with classroom teachers to ensure the integration of academic instruction into Art instruction, particularly Core Knowledge social studies and science curricula.
• Participates in the collaborative curriculum development process.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Engages families in their children’s education, including involving families in periodic student Art concerts.
• Participates actively in department meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetings.
• Meets the school’s “Standards for Excellence in Art Instruction” and “Standards for Excellence in Instruction”.
• Consistently demonstrates alignment with the school’s core values and educational philosophy.
• Leads by example on how to hold oneself accountable first for student mastery of academic standards.
• Manages the department folder on the school server and ensures that curricular materials are well-organized and easily accessible for both current and future teachers.
• Meets with the Principal to review results and plan future actions.
• Completes all necessary school-wide duties for the successful and orderly functioning of the school.
• Takes all steps required by the School to ensure that the Employee becomes highly qualified and certified which includes holding a bachelor’s degree, full-state certification or licensure and otherwise authorized to teach in a public school in the state of employment (charter rights should be included).
• Is present and engaged from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday each week of the school year.
• Provides appropriate supervision of students during class, breaks, meals and transitions to maintain an optimal work environment and to ensure students’ safety and well-being.
• Attends and participates in events outside of normal school hours as needed (e.g., family nights, student performances, field trips, report card nights, Teacher - Parent Conferences, June and August Family Saturday Orientations, etc.).

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level