Uncommon Schools

Uncommon Schools

High School ELA Teacher

Rochester, NY, United States · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$50k-$65kDetected 4 days ago
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About the role

  • Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.
  • Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success.
  • We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership.

Responsibilities

  • You'll develop students' independent and collaborative reading, writing, and discussion skills.
  • You'll partner with your department and your grade level team on content and instructional strategies that support your students and help all students succeed.
  • You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.
  • You'll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
  • You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.
  • An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
  • A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
  • We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color.

Requirements

  • Academic expertise in Humanities, English, Social Sciences, or other related fields of study.
  • Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Certification is not required to be hired at Uncommon, but you do need to meet NY state certification eligibility requirements.
  • Uncommon Schools teachers are required to become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
  • Required Experience:

Nice to have

  • A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).

Compensation

  • Compensation for this role is between $50,000 to $64,700.
  • Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.
  • Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $50,000.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
  • 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
  • Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
  • Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
  • A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
  • You'll analyze student comprehension and writing regularly and determine how to adapt and write your own lessons to maximize student learning.
  • You'll partner with students' families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
  • To meet these requirements, you must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during your employment with us if you do not have a degree in education.
  • We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.
  • Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.
  • Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.
  • 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.

Company info

  • Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond.
  • Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
  • Uncommon High School English Language Arts (ELA) teachers are passionate about literature and building an engaging, rigorous classroom culture focusing on helping all students prepare for college.
  • Our teachers become experts in their course content, and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students.
  • At the heart of our English classes is an emphasis on reading and student-led discourse.
  • Teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to prioritize discussion, ignite a passion for literature, and promote strong voice and agency within students.
  • At the conclusion of each high school year students are more prepared for the academic rigor and independence of college coursework, as well as for a long term love of literacy.
  • At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive.

Equal opportunity

  • If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
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