Middle School History Teacher - Farmington - Uncommon Schools

    Uncommon Schools
    Uncommon Schools Farmington

    1 week ago

    Description

    Middle School History Teacher at Uncommon Schools summary:


    The Middle School History Teacher at Uncommon Schools delivers engaging history instruction to middle school students, emphasizing critical thinking, textual analysis, and socio-emotional development.

    The role involves collaboration, data-driven instruction, and fostering an inclusive classroom environment while supporting students' academic and personal growth. Teachers work within a charter school network dedicated to equity and college preparation for economically disadvantaged communities.
    Company Description

    Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.

    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.

    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. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference
    Job Description
    Uncommon Middle School History teachers work in grade level teams and departments to push students towards being self-guided learners. Our teachers develop subject mastery and have a keen sense of the socio-emotional changes middle school students experience.

    History classes aim to empower students' voices and develop them into global citizens by emphasizing textual analysis, analytical writing, and discourse.

    Teachers also use engaging instructional strategies to make history come alive At the conclusion of eighth grade, students are prepared for the academic autonomy and college preparatory focus of our high schools.

    Responsibilities

    • Instruction

    You'll facilitate student-led discourse of historical topics, where students grapple with open-ended guiding questions, engage in peer-to-peer debate, and synthesize arguments.

    You'll guide students to understand the author's claim and the power of sourcing while developing the skills of argumentation, corroboration, inquiry, and historiography through primary and secondary source analysis.

    You'll teach an in-house curriculum that prioritizes the diverse histories of Indigenous peoples, African Americans, women, ancient cultures, and the impact all of these groups have had on the development of the United States.

    You'll build an inclusive and safe environment where students are empowered to use their voices to express evidence-based opinions and perspectives.


    • Data Analysis

    You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.

    You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.

    • School Culture
    You'll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
    You'll partner with students' families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
    You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
    You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
    You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.
    Qualifications
    A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development
    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

    Required Experience:
    A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
    Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities.
    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.

    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.

    Uncommon Schools teachers are required to become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment.

    Additional Information
    Our people are what make us Uncommon.


    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.
    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).

    Extensive, best-in-class training and development
    Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
    Financial Planning

    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


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    At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive.

    We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we servewith over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color.

    Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

    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


    Keywords:
    middle school history teacher, charter school educator, K-12 education, urban education, student engagement, curriculum development, instructional coaching, social-emotional learning, data-driven instruction, inclusive classroom

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