Preuss Teachers Pool - Art Teacher

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 54,166 - 109,666; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking qualified Art teachers for anticipated openings in the upcoming school year. The role involves providing art instruction, managing student progress, and fostering a supportive classroom environment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in Art and a valid California Teaching Credential. Relevant experience working with underserved students is essential, along with a commitment to promoting a respectful and inclusive atmosphere. This position aims to prepare students from diverse backgrounds for college success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Art is necessary for this position.
• Must have a valid California Teaching Credential for Art.
• Experience teaching underserved populations is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide art instruction under the supervision of the Principal.
• Manage the learning environment and encourage student engagement.
• Evaluate the progress of students using varied assessments.

Skills

Art instruction

Student progress encouragement

Classroom management

Adaptation of course material

Assessment and evaluation techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Art

Current California Teaching Credential (CTC) - Single Subject Art

Job description

Position Overview

Position title: Art Teacher

Salary range: $54,166-$109,666.

The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for K-12 Teachers based on education and credentialed years of experience, Step A1- E17 (https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/docs/ix_sl26b_preuss_2020-2024_appendix-a1_ucsd-preuss-memorandum-appendix-a1-final.pdf).

Review timeline: 02/28/2026

Application Window

Open date: February 23, 2026

Next review date: Friday, Mar 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jan 27, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The Preuss School UC San Diego is seeking qualified Art teachers to join our applicant pool for anticipated openings in the 2026/2027 school year.

The Preuss School at UC San Diego is a nationally recognized charter middle and high school dedicated to providing a rigorous college prep education for low-income scholars who will become the first in their families to graduate from college. As a department within UC San Diego Academic Affairs, The Preuss School also serves as a model school to study and develop the best practices in preparation of students of diverse and under-represented backgrounds to access higher education.

Under the supervision of the Principal, The Preuss School Art teachers will provide instruction, encourage student progress, and manage the learning environment. Teach content and skills in subject matter, utilizing courses of study adopted by the California State Curriculum Standards as guidelines. Adapt subject material and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students. Establish and maintain an environment conducive to positive teacher/student relations, e.g., on the field, off‑site sessions, locker room supervision. Promote an environment which respects and values students' ideas and ways of thinking. Establish, maintain and support standards of personal conduct and discipline in accordance with the current discipline for an orderly, productive learning environment. Use a variety of assessments to monitor and evaluate the learning progress of each student and to make instructional decisions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Art
• Current California Teaching Credential (CTC) – Single Subject Art, or the same teaching credential from states that are members of the NASDTEC Interstate Reciprocity Agreements and have signed a reciprocity agreement with California.
• English Learner (ELA/ELAS/CLAD/BCLAD equivalent), or California Teaching Credential – Clear Cross‑cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) Certificate or equivalent authorization, or equivalent from out‑of‑state.
• Minimum of one year teaching as a credential Art teacher.
• Minimum of one year experience in teaching underserved students.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Copy of Teaching Credential – Current California Teaching Credential (CTC) – Single Subject Art or equivalent as described above. (30‑day Emergency Substitute Teaching Credential does not qualify).
• Copy of Degree and Transcripts
• Evidence of Teaching – Please provide evidence of teaching, such as lesson plans, evaluations, and/or curriculum.

Reference Requirements:

• 3‑5 letters of reference required.

Apply

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04440

Help contact: [e-mail]

About UC San Diego

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Job location

San Diego, CA