Science Teacher for Urban Schools

4 weeks ago

Newark, Delaware, United States Uncommon Schools North Star Academy Full time
Uncommon Schools North Star Academy: Science Teacher

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Science Teacher to join our team at Uncommon Schools North Star Academy. As a key member of our staff, you will play a crucial role in helping us achieve our mission of providing an outstanding education to students in historically under-resourced communities.

About Us

Our network of public charter schools has 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.

We currently manage 52 schools serving 19,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark and Rochester.

We believe in strong authentic relationships between teachers and students, supported by effective school systems and an engaging instructional model that enables students to flourish academically and personally.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Science Teacher who can 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.

Our Science Teachers employ a variety of instructional strategies to develop a passion for scientific questioning and analysis in their students.

  • You'll teach a curriculum of Environmental Sciences that prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework.
  • You'll develop students' practices skills of questioning, modeling, constructing explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and planning and conducting interactive labs.
  • You'll 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'll facilitate student-led inquiry of various scientific topics and engage students in lab and project-based performance tasks.
  • You'll work with the Science department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.
Responsibilities

In addition to teaching, your responsibilities will include:

  • Meting weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
  • Learning and implementing strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.
Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and investment in our vision for being an anti-racist organization.
  • A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development.
  • An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
  • A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
  • Required Experience:
    • A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
    • Academic expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or other related fields of study.
    • Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

  • Estimated salary range: $59,000-$83,000 per year.
  • 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.
  • Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts.
  • Paid leave of absence.
About Our Team

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our hiring process and strive to ensure that our team reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students.

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