High School Visual Arts Teacher — Inspire in Urban Classrooms

Uncommon Schools; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Training & development

Health, dental, vision

403(b) retirement plan

Parental/maternity leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Uncommon Schools, a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools, seeks high school teachers to implement curriculum and drive student success across designated subjects, including Visual Arts. Candidates should demonstrate a proven track record of achievement and a commitment to urban education.

Starting compensation ranges from $72,000 to $115,000 with comprehensive benefits, including extensive training, health and retirement plans, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 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; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred.
• By employment start, a Bachelor's degree must be earned; GPA requirements apply for NY, MA, NJ as noted.

Responsibilities

• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards.
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress toward standards.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instruction.
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development and school-wide functions.
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior.
• Be accountable for students’ mastery of standards.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training.

Skills

High achievement

Team player

Communication

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools, a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools, seeks high school teachers to implement curriculum and drive student success across designated subjects, including Visual Arts. Candidates should demonstrate a proven track record of achievement and a commitment to urban education.

Starting compensation ranges from $72,000 to $115,000 with comprehensive benefits, including extensive training, health and retirement plans, and generous PTO.