High School Visual Arts Teacher - Portfolio & Creative Growth

Uncommon Schools; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gen. paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Sick time and holidays

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is seeking a high school Visual Arts Teacher to lead art courses across media, helping students develop a cohesive portfolio and prepare for postsecondary pathways. You will balance technique, expression, and critical analysis while integrating art history and cultural context with standards-aligned instruction.

We value collaboration, ongoing professional development, and a structured classroom environment.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social-emotional and academic development.
• An enthusiasm for working with families in the best interest of students.
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Teach Visual Arts content across multiple fine art mediums (drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, mixed media).
• Design engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons building technical skills, artistic voice and creative risk-taking.
• Develop portfolios and prep students for advanced study, exhibitions, or postsecondary pathways in the arts.
• Integrate art history, culture, and contemporary practice to strengthen visual analysis.
• Collaborate in curriculum development and grade-level planning.

Skills

Social-emotional support

Family engagement

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools is seeking a high school Visual Arts Teacher to lead art courses across media, helping students develop a cohesive portfolio and prepare for postsecondary pathways. You will balance technique, expression, and critical analysis while integrating art history and cultural context with standards-aligned instruction.

We value collaboration, ongoing professional development, and a structured classroom environment.