Middle School Art Teacher

Rochester Prep Charter School • Rochester, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Uncommon Schools is seeking an Art Teacher to design and deliver a coherent, enriching art program for students. The teacher researches, designs, and documents standards and curricula; teaches art to all students Monday through Thursday during the school year; and may teach after-school enrichment two days per week if offered at the school. The role includes planning and supervising the art program, coordinating with outside providers and vendors, maintaining records, participating in trainings and certification processes, and helping purchase and maintain art equipment.

The teacher collaborates with classroom teachers to integrate academic instruction into art, particularly the Core Knowledge social studies and science curricula, and participates in collaborative curriculum development. The teacher may also be asked to teach at least one Reading section each weekday and provide instruction in the Reading Mastery program and other subjects as needed. Responsibilities include engaging families, participating in school events and meetings, supporting school celebrations and community meetings, maintaining organized curricular materials, reviewing results with the Principal, and completing school-wide duties.

The position requires presence and engagement from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday during each school week, appropriate student supervision throughout the day, and participation in events outside normal school hours as needed. The employee may also be assigned other duties by supervisors, the Principal or designees, and/or the Board of Trustees. Uncommon Schools describes itself as a nonprofit network of public charter schools serving economically disadvantaged communities and providing educator coaching, feedback, and professional development.

Requirements

• Commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social-emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in students’ best interests.
• Ability to learn independently, solicit and implement feedback, and improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Demonstrated interest in impacting K–12 students in urban schools and communities.
• Before employment begins, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Meet New York State certification eligibility requirements.
• If the employee does not have a degree in education, enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 during employment.
• Become certified in New York State within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
• Be present and engaged from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday during each school week.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and document art standards and curricula for students in grades K–4 or 5–8.
• Teach art to all students Monday through Thursday during each school week.
• Teach after-school enrichment two days per week when included in the school’s program offerings.
• Design, supervise, and implement all aspects of the art program, including coordinating with outside providers and vendors, maintaining records, and participating in required trainings and certification processes.
• Assist with purchasing and maintaining the school’s art equipment.
• Provide a summer-training orientation to staff on the school’s art program and its integration into school activities and learning.
• Assist the Director of Operations/Dean of Students with the annual winter holiday celebration, weekly Community Meetings, and Stepping Up celebrations.
• If requested, teach at least one Reading section each weekday and provide instruction in Reading Mastery and other subjects as needed.
• Work with classroom teachers to integrate academic instruction into art, particularly Core Knowledge social studies and science curricula.
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Engage families in students’ education, including through periodic student art concerts.
• Participate actively in department meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetings.
• Meet the school’s Standards for Excellence in Art Instruction and Standards for Excellence in Instruction.
• Demonstrate alignment with the school’s core values and educational philosophy, and model accountability for student mastery of academic standards.
• Manage the department folder on the school server and keep curricular materials organized and accessible.
• Meet with the Principal to review results and plan future actions.
• Supervise students during class, breaks, meals, and transitions to support safety and an optimal learning environment.
• Attend events outside normal school hours as needed, including family nights, student performances, field trips, report card nights, parent-teacher conferences, and family orientations.
• Complete school-wide duties and other duties assigned by supervisors, the Principal or designees, and/or the Board of Trustees.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid breaks in spring, winter, and summer.
• Extensive training and development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave of absence options, including parental, medical, and disability leave.
• Mental health and counseling support and wellness benefits.

What This Job Offers

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