High School Visual Arts Teacher - Portfolio Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training and development

Parental leave

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks a high school Visual Arts Teacher to lead courses across drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and mixed media, helping teens build a cohesive portfolio. You will balance technical skill-building with creative expression and visual literacy while integrating art history and contemporary practices.

You will collaborate with grade-level teams, uphold high academic and artistic expectations, and contribute to a structured, inclusive classroom culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• NJ certification not required but eligibility required.
• NJ certification within a reasonable period after starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Visual Arts across drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics and mixed media.
• Design engaging, standards-aligned lessons and assess student progress.
• Collaborate on curriculum development and participate in school initiatives.
• Maintain an inclusive classroom with consistent rewards and consequences.

Skills

Student development

Family engagement

Self-directed learner

Education

Bachelor's degree (accredited)

Job description

Uncommon Schools seeks a high school Visual Arts Teacher to lead courses across drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and mixed media, helping teens build a cohesive portfolio. You will balance technical skill-building with creative expression and visual literacy while integrating art history and contemporary practices.

You will collaborate with grade-level teams, uphold high academic and artistic expectations, and contribute to a structured, inclusive classroom culture.