? [Apply in 3 Minutes] High School Spanish Teacher Position Available In Monroe, New York

Job Description:

Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network ofhigh-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing anexceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantagedcommunities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark,and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completiongap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Ourstudents consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting ourdedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators,offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development toensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard,do good, and make a lasting difference! Job Description UncommonHigh School Spanish teachers work in grade level and content teamsto develop students who are global citizens. Our teachers becomeexperts in their course content, and have a keen sense of how tomotivate and inspire high school students. Communicating in Spanishis at the heart of all classes. Spanish teachers use a variety ofinstructional strategies to create an environment where studentsfeel safe expressing themselves in a new language. At theconclusion of high school, students are prepared for academicautonomy and college preparatory work.

Responsibilities:

1.Instruction

• You’ll build students’ bilingual skills and enhancetheir understanding of the Spanish language using a curriculum thatprepares them for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate levelcoursework.
• You’ll help students gain confidence in navigatingprint and audio authentic sources.
• You’ll teach students how tobuild and enhance their foreign language skillsreading, writing,speaking and listening.
• You’ll cultivate students’ culturalawareness by helping them learn a new language.
• You’ll share yourpassion for the Spanish language to build a community of studentswho are confident in speaking Spanish.
• You will build students’skill and comfort with engaging in conversation in Spanish.
• You’ll work with the Spanish department to develop academic andengagement goals for students. 2. Data Analysis
• You’ll meetweekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyzeand respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
• You’ll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instructionfor all learners in your classroom. 3. School Culture
• You’llbuild positive relationships with students to ensure they feelseen, loved, and heard.
• You’ll partner with students’ families toensure appropriate resources are available to support their child’slearning needs.
• You’ll engage in practice-based professionaldevelopment, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• You’llparticipate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community,model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
• You’llpartner with your grade level team to develop academic goals andpractice instructional strategies. Qualifications
• A demonstratedcommitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academicdevelopment
• An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal andexternal partners in the best interest of students
• Aself-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback toimprove outcomes and achieve objectives

• Required Experience:

• Ademonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schoolsand communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
• Academicexpertise in Spanish or other related fields of study.
• Prior tothe start of employment, you must have a bachelor’s degree from anaccredited college or university.

Certification is not required tobe hired at Uncommon, but you do need to meet NY statecertification eligibility requirements. To meet these requirements,you must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPAof 2.5 or higher during your employment with us if you do not havea degree in education. Uncommon Schools teachers are required tobecome certified in the state of New York within a reasonableperiod after beginning employment. Additional Information Ourpeople are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensationand comprehensive benefits that support the personal health,wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Ourcompensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting &retaining top talent. Compensation Compensation for this role isbetween $50,000 to $64,700. Starting pay is determined usingvarious factors including but not limited to relevant full-timeteaching experience, education certifications, and tenure withUncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experiencewill likely have a starting salary of $50,000. Benefits

• Generouspaid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeksof paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive,best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health,dental, and vision insurance plans pre-tax flexible spending (FSA),dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• 403(b) retirement savings program employermatch
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical,disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support wellnessbenefits
• A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

AtUncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environmenthelps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicatedto building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives andexperiences, reflective of the communities we servewith over 70% ofour staff identifying as people of color. Our organization valuesrespect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our schoolculture. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equalemployment opportunities to all employees and applicants foremployment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any typewithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, or any othercharacteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We alsoensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privilegesand benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonableaccommodations for the interview process and to perform core jobfunctions. If you would like to request an accommodation, pleaseemail recruitment@uncommonschools.org.