Middle School Visual Arts Teacher

Uncommon New York City Charter Schools • Brooklyn, NY

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Uncommon Schools is seeking a Middle School Visual Arts Teacher to implement and develop curriculum, ensuring student success in economically disadvantaged communities. The role involves teaching art and art history, demonstrating techniques, and designing assessments. Teachers are expected to collaborate with grade-level and school teams, use assessment data to inform instruction, and participate in school-wide functions. This position requires a commitment to continuous improvement and a drive to positively impact students' lives.

Requirements

• Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom.
• Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom.
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects.
• Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• By the time that employment begins, candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree from a College or University.
• For teaching roles in New York and Massachusetts, candidates must have also earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher by the time employment begins.
• For teaching roles in New Jersey, the candidates must have earned a cumulative 2.75 GPA (for candidates graduating before September 1, 2016) or 3.0 (for candidates graduating on or after September 1, 2016).
• Belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred.
• Valid State Certification is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards.
• Prepare lessons on art and art history in accordance with students' learning objectives.
• Teach knowledge and skills in art, including drawing, painting, lettering, and art history.
• Demonstrate techniques in activities such as drawing and painting.
• Apply elements of design and modern principles of art.
• Know the fundamentals and different approaches to drawing media technique.
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions.
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior.
• Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training.

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).
• 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: Entry Level