Secondary Science Educator

2 weeks ago

Rochester, New York, United States Uncommon Schools Full time
Company Overview

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering exceptional K-12 education in underserved communities. Our schools are designed to reflect the diversity of our student body, with over 60% of our educators and staff identifying as people of color. Currently, we operate 53 schools, serving more than 20,000 students across multiple cities, including Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. Our graduates demonstrate remarkable persistence and success in higher education, achieving college graduation rates five times higher than the national average. This success is rooted in our commitment to strong academics, co-curricular activities, and social-emotional learning.

Rochester Prep, part of our network, manages six schools for students in grades K-12. We emphasize the importance of authentic relationships between educators and students, supported by effective systems and an engaging instructional model that fosters both academic and personal growth. Our schools consistently rank among the top performers in the city, boasting an impressive 85% college acceptance rate.

Position Overview

As a High School Science Educator at Uncommon Schools, you will collaborate with colleagues across the network to equip students with the essential tools and knowledge to engage critically in scientific disciplines and foster their development as independent learners. Our Science curriculum is centered around inquiry-based learning, emphasizing student discourse and scientific practices. You will utilize diverse instructional strategies to ignite a passion for scientific inquiry and analysis among your students. Our goal is to prepare all students to pursue and excel in any STEM field, empowering them to become informed citizen scientists capable of engaging in scientific discussions, regardless of their future academic or professional paths.

Key Responsibilities

1. Instructional Duties

  • Deliver a comprehensive curriculum encompassing Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Sciences, preparing students for Advanced Placement (AP) and college-level studies.
  • Cultivate students' skills in questioning, modeling, constructing explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and conducting interactive laboratory experiments.
  • Foster an environment where students feel empowered to express their ideas and engage in scientific discussions.
  • Facilitate student-led discussions, encouraging the use of evidence to support claims and critique arguments.
  • Guide students in exploring various scientific topics through inquiry-based projects and laboratory tasks.
  • Collaborate with the Science department to set academic and engagement objectives for students.

2. Data-Driven Analysis

  • Engage in weekly meetings with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze student work samples and assessment trends.
  • Implement strategies to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners in your classroom.

3. Cultivating School Culture

  • Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel valued and supported.
  • Collaborate with families to provide necessary resources that support student learning.
  • Participate in professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions focused on practice improvement.
  • Attend weekly school-wide meetings to foster community, uphold core values, and promote student achievement.
  • Work with your grade-level team to establish academic goals and refine instructional strategies.
Qualifications
  • A strong commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and a dedication to fostering an anti-racist environment.
  • Proven dedication to supporting students' social-emotional and academic growth.
  • Enthusiasm for collaborating with both internal and external partners for the benefit of students.
  • A self-motivated learner who actively seeks and applies feedback to enhance outcomes.
  • Required Experience:
    • Experience working with K-12 students in urban settings (1-2 years preferred).
    • Academic proficiency in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields.
    • A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required prior to employment. While certification is not mandatory for hiring, candidates must meet state certification eligibility and enroll in a teacher preparation program, maintaining a GPA of 2.75 or higher if they do not hold a degree in education. Uncommon Schools teachers are expected to obtain certification in New York within a reasonable timeframe after starting their position.
Additional Information

Our people are 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 receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality education to our students and families.

Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in New York is between $50,000 to $64,700. The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members.

Other Benefits:

  • Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks (spring, winter, and summer) + additional sustainability half days throughout the school year.
  • Extensive, best-in-class training and development.
  • Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans.
  • Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts.
  • Financial planning & wellness
    • 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match.
    • 529 college savings program.
    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance.
    • Financial planning tools and assistance.
  • Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts.
  • Paid leave of absence
    • Fully paid parental leave.
    • Fully paid medical leave.
    • Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance.
  • Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits.

Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. 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.

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