Elementary Performing Arts Teacher
Elementary Performing Arts Teacher
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Job Description
ROLE
Performing arts teachers at Uncommon Schools train communication skill through musical theatre. They hold responsibility for the implementation of Uncommon Schools performing arts curriculum and the success of its students. This performancebased program which teaches during the school day ensures that students perform multiple times annually.
Our Performing Arts Mission Statement: Uncommon NSACP Performing Arts team is an inclusive collective of antiracist artist activists dedicated to closing the opportunity gap by training confident communicators through theatre music and dance. By building a comprehensive communication toolkit scholars will be able to express their authentic voices with confidence seize opportunity choose their own path and become agents of change.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
The Performing Arts teachers responsibilities fall under 3 categories: teaching producing theatrical and community events and supporting/building the school culture.
Teaching:
Teach Uncommon Schools Performing Arts musical theatre curriculum which involves music acting and movement (at Uncommon Schools much of this curriculum is already planned and written so teacher is responsible to implement it or select from show options depending on show)
Implement curricula and activities to meet grade level performing arts standards
Collaborate with our Performing Arts Team in curriculum development process.
Producing:
Direct and produce school productions annually ( can include: Community Circle Latinx & Hispanic Show Black History Show Spring Musical and Moving Up Ceremony for every grade level annually)
Adapt scripts annually.
Create or order costumes sets props when needed assign costumes/adapt annually.
Supervise and craft production elements such as lights sound set.
School Culture and Daily School Activities:
Produce and oversee the schools Community Circle. This involves organizing all traffic patterns chants cheers drummers mascots flags working with principal to rehearse and prepare all students.
Oversee breakfast for students daily greeting students visitors and assisting with the start of the day.
Assisting around the school when not teaching if needed
Share responsibility for gradelevel and schoolwide activities
Commit to continual professional growth participating actively in department meetings faculty meetings and other meetings if requested
Participate in an annual threeweek staff orientation and training in August
Writing:
Crafting new performance content pieces with PA team and Dean to add to shows sharing across program.
Supporting with creation of curriculum materials to be shared across program.
Qualifications :
Musical theater skills (singing acting and moving) and ability to model all 3 content areas.
Some production skills preferred such as producing playwriting directing or technical support.
Evidence of selfmotivation and willingness to be a team player.
Bachelors degree is required with GPA 3.0 or higher.
Professional experience on stage is preferred.
Strong desire to teach in an Uncommon Schools setting
Willingness to teach using Uncommon teaching methods is required.
Valid NJ Certification is helpful but not required.
Belief in and alignment with Uncommon Schools core beliefs and educational philosophy is nonnegotiable.
Additional Information :
Our people are what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our valuesequity transparency and clarityto enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise. Our staff receive bestinclass training coaching and support to develop and operate missiondriven schools that provide a highquality education to our students and families.
Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in Newark is between $59000 to $83000. The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience education certifications and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Because we value staff tenure in a role we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members.
Other Benefits:
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks (spring winter and summer) additional sustainability half days throughout the school year
- Extensive bestinclass training and development
- Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
- Pretax flexible spending and health saving accounts
- Financial planning & wellness
- New Jersey Pension program
- 529 college savings program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
- Financial planning tools and assistance
- Dependent Care FSA back up childcare and daycare discounts
- Paid leave of absence
- Fully paid parental leave
- Fully paid medical leave
- Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
- Mental health and counseling support wellness benefits
Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation please email
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
