High School Science Educator

2 weeks ago

Lexington, Kentucky, United States Uncommon Schools Full time
Job Title: High School Science Teacher

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53 schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

Job Description

As a High School Science Teacher at Uncommon Schools, you will work collaboratively across the network to prepare all students with the tools and knowledge to critically engage in the field of science and develop them into self-directed learners. At the heart of all Science courses is inquiry-based learning, including a robust focus on student discourse and the science practices. Science teachers employ a variety of instructional strategies to develop a passion for scientific questioning and analysis in their students. Our teachers prepare all students such that they have the choice to study and excel in any STEM discipline. We prepare all students to be citizen scientists that have the tools and knowledge to critically engage in the field of science regardless of their university major or professional career. Our teachers become experts in their course content and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students.

Responsibilities

  1. Instruction

    • You will teach a curriculum that includes, but is not limited to, analysis of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Sciences that prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework.
    • You will develop students' practices skills of questioning, modeling, constructing explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and planning and conducting interactive labs.
    • You will create an environment where students feel confident using their voice to engage in scientific discourse.
    • You will facilitate student-led discourse, during which students use evidence to make sophisticated claims and synthesize and critique arguments.
    • You will facilitate student-led inquiry of various scientific topics and engage students in lab and project-based performance tasks.
    • You will work with the Science department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.

  2. Data Analysis

    • You will meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
    • You will learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.

  3. School Culture

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

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated High School Science Teacher who is committed to the mission of Uncommon Schools and has a passion for teaching and learning. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and experience working with students in urban schools and communities. The candidate will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. We also provide extensive training and development opportunities to support our teachers in their growth and success.

Uncommon Schools is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our students and communities.

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