Humanities Instructor

The UNCSA Academic Program provides unparalleled liberal arts training commensurate with the intensive conservatory training of our young artists. Our 18 full-time faculty teach approximately 250 young artists in grades 9-12 across the core disciplines of English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, and World Languages . As such, we have a student-teacher classroom ratio of 14:1. Student-artists earn their diploma from the Academic Program, while also earning a certificate in one of four artistic disciplines: Dance, Drama, Music, or Visual Arts. We are the only public, residential arts conservatory in the country in which many high school students attend arts classes alongside their college counterparts, taught by the same internationally-renowned faculty. Our students then enter their respective arts profession or matriculate to the finest conservatories and universities or in the United States and the world. Most importantly, they are really good people.

This high school Humanities instructor is intended to work between two departments: English and Social Studies. As such, the position will ultimately provide a bridge between them, helping to better align the skills curricula of the two. At present, and depending on one's background, the instructor will be responsible for teaching four sections of English with no more than two total preparations; the four sections may include AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition and/or 10th grade English. In the future, the instructor may provide support for the Citizen Artist graduation requirement (gradCAP) and its attendant student projects; such project support constitutes a one-period course release. The future teaching line could also include sections of Civics and Economics and/or US History. There is some flexibility with this teaching line, allowing for input from a successful candidate based on one's strengths and preferences. The total teaching load will always be equivalent to four course sections.

The instructor will be available to students for individual help outside of class as needed, attend faculty meetings, serve on faculty committees as appointed or elected, and fulfill other duties as assigned by the Dean of the High School Academic Program.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in a humanities discipline or education. Prior high school teaching experience is preferred. If a candidate is hired who does not hold a Master's Degree, the teacher must earn a Master's Degree by the end of their second multi-year contract (end of year 7). UNCSA will provide assistance to make this possible. The deadline may be extended due to extenuating circumstances.

Candidates should demonstrate a passion for high school teaching, a commitment to collaboration with colleagues, and a dedication to support the artistic and academic lives of students.

For full consideration for the position, please submit a resume, a list of three references, and, in lieu of a cover letter, please submit written responses to the following three questions in the document listed as other:

An EHRA Faculty application is required in order to be considered for a faculty position. Please note, EHRA applications do not have an employment entry section. Instead, a resume/CV will be required to be uploaded by the applicant, along with any other documents the Department or assigned Search Committee deem relevant for the review process. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process.

The following documents are required to be uploaded with the application;

UNCSA follows the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS) guidelines for faculty credentialing. The successful candidate will be required to submit a curriculum vitae, official transcripts of earned degrees, and/or substantiating documentation of experiential qualifications as a condition of employment.

Pursuant to UNCSA policy, as a condition of employment the University must obtain a criminal background report and determine that the nature and seriousness of any criminal offenses do not render employment with the University inappropriate.

UNCSA is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students or employees in offering access to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment terms and conditions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or political affiliation.