Science Educator for Middle School

2 weeks ago


Syracuse, New York, United States Uncommon Schools Full time

Company Overview
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering exceptional K-12 education in historically underserved communities through a network of high-performing public charter schools.

Our schools are designed to reflect the diversity of our student body, with over 60% of our educators and staff identifying as individuals of color.

Uncommon currently oversees 53 schools, educating more than 20,000 students across multiple cities.

We take pride in our graduates, who persist in and complete college at five times the national average.

Our approach combines rigorous academics, co-curricular activities, and social-emotional learning to equip students for success in higher education and beyond.

Rochester Prep operates six schools that serve students from kindergarten through 12th grade.

We believe in fostering authentic relationships between educators and students, supported by effective systems and an engaging instructional model that promotes both academic and personal growth.

Rochester Prep schools consistently rank among the top performers in the city, boasting an impressive 85% college acceptance rate.

Position Overview
As a Middle School Science Educator at Uncommon, you will collaborate with grade-level teams to equip all students with the essential tools and knowledge to engage critically in the field of science.

Central to our Science curriculum is a passion for the subject and an inquiry-based learning approach, emphasizing student discourse and scientific practices.

Science educators utilize a variety of instructional techniques to ignite a passion for scientific inquiry and analysis among students.

Our educators strive for mastery of the subject matter while being attuned to the socio-emotional transitions that middle school students undergo.

By the end of eighth grade, students will be prepared for the academic independence and college preparatory focus of our high schools.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Instruction
    You will deliver an interdisciplinary, NGSS-aligned curriculum covering essential topics such as Climate and Earth's systems, the cosmos, energy transformations, electricity and magnetism, and ecological systems.
  2. Data Analysis
    Engage in weekly meetings with your principal and/or instructional coach to assess and respond to trends in student work and assessments.
  3. School Culture
    Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel valued and heard. Collaborate with families to provide necessary resources to support their child's educational journey.

Qualifications
A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and an investment in our vision of being an anti-racist organization. A demonstrated dedication to supporting students' social-emotional and academic growth. A passion for collaboration with internal and external partners for the benefit of students.

Required Experience:
A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban settings (1-2 years of experience preferred). Academic expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields. A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required prior to employment.

Additional Information
Our team is what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values—equity, transparency, and clarity—to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise.

Our staff receives comprehensive training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide high-quality education to our students and families.

Compensation for this position:
The starting salary for this role is between $50,000 to $64,700, depending on various factors including relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure.

Other Benefits:
Generous paid time off, extensive training and development, comprehensive health insurance options, financial planning assistance, and support for public service loan forgiveness.

Uncommon is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.



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