High School Visual Arts Lead — Inspire & Build Portfolios

Vochure; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Pension plan

Professional development

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in Newark, NJ seeks a high school Visual Arts teacher to develop and deliver courses in drawing, painting, ceramics, and art history. You will build student portfolios, integrate critical thinking, and ensure standards are met through assessment-driven instruction.

A commitment to anti-racist education, collaboration with staff and families, and ongoing professional development are essential. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of combined experience in Visual Arts.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; NJ certification eligibility required.
• All instructional staff must become certified in New Jersey within a reasonable period after starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Visual Arts content and oversee art classes across basic, intermediate, and advanced levels.
• Design and implement curricula and assessments aligned to standards.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practices.
• Collaborate on curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions.
• Provide consistent rewards/consequences for student behavior and ensure mastery of standards.
• Build positive relationships with students and partner with families to support learning.
• Engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.

Skills

Visual Arts experience

Bachelor’s degree

Certification eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools in Newark, NJ seeks a high school Visual Arts teacher to develop and deliver courses in drawing, painting, ceramics, and art history. You will build student portfolios, integrate critical thinking, and ensure standards are met through assessment-driven instruction.

A commitment to anti-racist education, collaboration with staff and families, and ongoing professional development are essential. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility.