Middle School Science Teacher [Urgent] Position Available In Camden, New Jersey

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 UncommonMiddle School Science teachers work in grade-level teams to prepareall students with the tools and knowledge to critically engage inthe field of science. At the heart of all Science courses is a lovefor the subject and inquiry-based learning, including a robustfocus on student discourse and the science practices. Scienceteachers employ a variety of instructional strategies to develop apassion for scientific questioning and analysis in their students.

Our teachers strive for subject mastery and have a keen sense ofthe socio-emotional changes middle schoolers experience. At theconclusion of eighth grade, students are prepared for the academicautonomy and college preparatory focus of our high schools.

Responsibilities 1. Instruction

• You’ll teach aninterdisciplinary, NGSS-aligned curriculum that includes analysisof key areas including but not limited to: Climate and Earth’ssystems, the cosmos, matter and energy transformations, electricityand magnetism, and molecular and ecological systems.
• You’lldevelop students’ practices of questioning, modeling, constructingexplanations, data analysis, argumentation, and planning andconducting interactive labs.
• You’ll use your love of science tofoster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject forstudents.
• You’ll cultivate an awareness of the interconnectednature of fields of science (e.g., ecosystems, climate change, andlunar phases) and our local and global community. 2. Data Analysis
• You’ll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coachto analyze and respond to trends in student work samples andassessments.
• You’ll learn and implement strategies todifferentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom. 3.School Culture
• You’ll build positive relationships with studentsto ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• You’ll partner withstudents’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available tosupport their child’s learning needs.
• You’ll engage inpractice-based professional development, mentorship, and coachingsessions.
• You’ll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings tocultivate community, model our core values, and encourage studentachievement.
• You’ll partner with your grade level team to developacademic goals and practice instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm forcollaborating with internal and external partners in the bestinterest of students
• A self-directed learner who solicits andimplements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives

• Required Experience:

• A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experiencepreferred).
• Academic expertise in Science, Technology,Engineering, Mathematics, or other related fields of study.
• Priorto the start of employment, you must have a bachelor’s degree froman accredited college or university.

Teacher certification is not aprerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state ofNJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibilityrequirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduatedprior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to becomecertified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable periodafter beginning employment. Additional Information Our people arewhat make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation andcomprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness,and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensationphilosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining toptalent. Compensation Compensation for this role is between $56,000to $80,000. Starting pay is determined using various factorsincluding but not limited to relevant full-time teachingexperience, education certifications, and tenure with UncommonSchools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience willlikely have a starting salary of $56,000. Benefits

• Generous paidtime off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks ofpaid 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
• New Jersey Pension program
• Paid leave ofabsence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mentalhealth and counseling support wellness benefits
• A detailed list ofall benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that asupportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, andcommunity thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings awide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of thecommunities we servewith over 70% of our staff identifying aspeople of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogueon important topics that shape our school culture. As an equalopportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employmentopportunities to all employees and applicants for employment andprohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regardto race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disabilitystatus, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure thatindividuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefitsassociated 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.