Secondary Education History Instructor

2 weeks ago

Newark, New Jersey, 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. Our schools 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 five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. 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.

North Star Academy, part of our network, manages fourteen schools in Newark, NJ, catering to students from kindergarten through 12th grade. We emphasize the importance of authentic relationships between educators and students, supported by effective school systems and an engaging instructional model that fosters both academic and personal growth. North Star Academy is recognized as NJ's top-performing public charter school and has been serving Newark families for over two decades.

Position Overview

As a High School History Instructor at Uncommon Schools, you will collaborate with fellow educators to guide students towards becoming independent learners. Our instructors are passionate about their subject matter and possess the ability to motivate and inspire high school learners. History courses are designed to amplify student voices and cultivate global citizenship through a focus on textual analysis, analytical writing, and meaningful discourse. By the end of high school, students will be well-prepared for academic independence and college-level coursework.

Key Responsibilities

1. Instructional Duties
  • Deliver a curriculum that emphasizes the analysis of World History, U.S. History, American Government, and Economics, preparing students for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate studies.
  • Facilitate student-led discussions on historical topics, encouraging engagement with open-ended questions, peer debates, and synthesis of arguments.
  • Guide students in understanding authors' claims and the significance of sourcing while developing skills in argumentation, corroboration, inquiry, and historiography through the analysis of primary and secondary sources.
  • Create an inclusive and supportive environment where students feel empowered to express evidence-based opinions and perspectives.
  • Collaborate with the History department to establish academic and engagement objectives for students.
2. Data-Driven Analysis
  • Engage in weekly meetings with your principal and/or instructional coach to review and respond to trends in student work and assessments.
  • Implement strategies to differentiate instruction for diverse learners in your classroom.
3. Cultivating School Culture
  • Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel valued and heard.
  • Collaborate with students' families to provide appropriate resources that support their child's educational needs.
  • Participate in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
  • Engage in weekly, school-wide meetings to foster community, model core values, and promote student achievement.
  • Work with your grade-level team to set academic goals and refine instructional strategies.
Qualifications
  • A strong commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and a dedication to fostering an anti-racist organization.
  • A proven track record of supporting students' social-emotional and academic growth.
  • An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners for the benefit of students.
  • A self-motivated learner who actively seeks and applies feedback to enhance outcomes and achieve goals.
  • Required Experience:
    • A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban settings (1-2 years of experience preferred).
    • Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities.
    • A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required prior to employment. Teacher certification is not mandatory for consideration at Uncommon Schools in NJ, but candidates must meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements.
Additional Information

Our team is what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation and benefits should reflect our values of equity, transparency, and clarity, enhancing our ability to attract and retain talent while rewarding expertise. Our staff receive exceptional training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide high-quality education to our students and families.

Compensation: The starting salary for this position in Newark ranges from $59,000 to $83,000, depending on various factors including relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. We value staff tenure and do not impose salary caps for current employees.

Benefits:
  • Generous paid time off, including sick leave and school breaks (spring, winter, and summer) along with additional sustainability half days throughout the academic year.
  • Extensive, top-tier training and development opportunities.
  • Choice of three comprehensive health insurance plans.
  • Pre-tax flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • Financial planning and wellness support, including a New Jersey Pension program, 529 college savings program, and assistance with Public Service Loan Forgiveness applications.
  • Dependent Care FSA, backup childcare, and daycare discounts.
  • Paid leave of absence, including fully paid parental and medical leave, as well as additional paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Mental health and counseling support, along with wellness benefits.
Uncommon is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We strive to build an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students, while also creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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