Step-It-Up Instructor at Oakland School for the Arts
About the Employer
About Oakland School for the Arts Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) is a vibrant creative community rooted in Oakland’s rich cultural landscape. Serving 800 students in grades 6–12, OSA blends rigorous academics with artistic excellence, celebrating the unique voices and talents of each student. Diverse experiences make our teams stronger and help us better serve our equally diverse student population. We encourage all candidates interested in this opportunity, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), as well as candidates from historically underrepresented communities, to apply. All voices and perspectives matter here. Our Mission & Vision At OSA, we believe that education and the arts are powerful tools for transformation. Our mission is to prepare graduates for college and career through innovative arts education, inspiring them to shape the world with their unique voices. Our vision is generations of creative thinkers, authentic leaders, and problem-solvers who bring the essential value of the arts to every community.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Join the dynamic and culturally rich community at Oakland School for the Arts (OSA), a distinguished charter school located in the heart of an urban environment. OSA serves approximately 800 students in grades 6-12, fostering both artistic expression and academic excellence through an innovative approach that integrates rigorous academics with twelve arts disciplines. Founded in 2014, Step It Up aims to make OSA and arts education more accessible to underserved and marginalized youth in Oakland. The Step It Up program provides free and accessible arts education to underserved and marginalized BIPOC Oakland youth through after-school programs, on-site specialized arts classes, and career preparation grounded in industry knowledge. We are currently seeking dedicated and passionate instructors for the 2025-26 Step It Up program.
Requirements / Qualifications
- EdJoin Certificated Application (Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application) - Cover Letter - Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
- EdJoin Certificated Application (Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application) - Cover Letter - Resume
Comments and Other Information
BIPOC candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted. The selected candidate will be required to complete and clear a Live Scan, background/reference check, and tuberculosis test.
Comments and Other Information
BIPOC candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only selected candidates will be contacted. The selected candidate will be required to complete and clear a Live Scan, background/reference check, and tuberculosis test.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
9/7/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
9
Salary
Single Rate
$50 Per Hour
$50 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$50 per hour. Total $1,500 for 30 hours of work. 2 hours of instructional work per week, with 8 hours of preparation time.
Length of Work Year
November 5, 2025 - February 4, 2026
Employment Type
Part Time