Art Teacher Jobs

Why Join Team VCP:

Vista College Prep is a growing network of high-performing tuition-free public charter schools in historically underserved communities of Phoenix. VCP was founded in 2013 with the belief that demographics do not determine destiny and that all students deserve an excellent education.

Our organization is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. We believe that diversity is crucial for effecting lasting change, is one of VCP’s greatest strengths, and that the full potential of our diverse network will be reached only when we are an inclusive community.

What sets us apart? Our rich and rigorous curriculum, focus on social-emotional learning, targeted professional development, family engagement, and-most of all our mission-aligned team. VCP staff are committed to anti-racism and educational equity, more than ever as we navigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. VCP’s joyful, urgent, intentional culture underscores all we do to make our schools a proof point for what is possible for our growing community of students in Arizona. Join us!

Role Mission:

The Art Teacher equips and inspires students to appreciate and understand artistic concepts and the joy of artistic creation and expression. In this role, you will build relationships that help instill the joy of life-long learning and arts appreciation in our scholars, collaborate closely with your coach, team members, and your students’ families, and use coaching and assessment data to continually improve your effectiveness, all for the benefit of our scholars.

Your Impact:

• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions;
• Expose students to art from a variety of styles and media;
• Analyze student achievement data collaboratively with colleagues to critically and strategically respond to the needs of students;
• Design and execute art showcasing opportunities for all scholars;
• Participate in annual three-week staff training.
• Work to continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices, using school’s teacher performance rubric as a guide;
• Build a culture in which students love and appreciate art;
• Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards; and,
• Teach and maintain school-wide systems, rules and consequences, and rewards;
• Build positive relationships with students grounded in respect, enthusiasm, achievement, courage, hard work and self-determination through structured social-emotional learning;
• Develop and implement rigorous, standards-aligned lesson plans;
• Communicate effectively and proactively with students, families, and colleagues;
• Establish and lead a well-rounded first-class art program at Vista College Prep;

Your Qualifications:

• Track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable student achievement gains or comparable results in their current field;
• Valid IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree;
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for arts education;
• Minimum of two years art teaching experience in urban public school setting preferred, but not required;
• Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills;
• Ability to approach situations with optimism and perseverance;

Compensation:

We offer a competitive compensation package, and comprehensive health benefits. All staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed, including all curricular materials, relevant and quality professional development, laptop computer, email, and all necessary supplies.

Vista College Prep is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an organization that embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), genetics, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by law. We believe that diverse teams build better outcomes, bring more perspective to the table, contribute to our success and the success of our students, and help foster a more inclusive environment for all employees.

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