High School English Teacher

3 weeks ago


Syracuse, New York, United States Uncommon Schools Full time
Job Title: High School English 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 52 schools serving more than 19,000 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 Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated High School English Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching English Language Arts to high school students, developing and implementing engaging lesson plans, and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and learning, a strong commitment to academic excellence, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students.

Responsibilities:
  1. Teach English Language Arts to high school students, including reading, writing, and discussion skills.
  2. Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that meet the needs of diverse learners.
  3. Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes academic excellence and social-emotional growth.
  4. Assess student progress and adjust instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
  5. Collaborate with colleagues and students to achieve academic goals and promote a positive school culture.
Requirements:
  1. Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field.
  2. Valid teaching certification or eligibility for certification in New York State.
  3. At least 1-2 years of teaching experience, preferably in an urban setting.
  4. Strong commitment to academic excellence and social-emotional learning.
  5. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students.
Benefits:

Uncommon Schools offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. We also offer extensive professional development opportunities, mentorship, and coaching to support teacher growth and success.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our students and communities. If you are passionate about teaching and learning, and committed to academic excellence and social-emotional growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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