Middle School ELA 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 UncommonMiddle School English Language Arts (ELA) teachers are passionateabout literature and building an engaging classroom culture. Ourteachers develop subject mastery and have a keen sense of thesocio-emotional changes middle schoolers experience. At the heartof all ELA classes is an emphasis on writing and discourse designedto give students the tools to be confident in the power of theirown voice. Teachers are trained in a variety of research-basedinstructional strategies to prioritize discussion, ignite a passionfor literature, build reading comprehension, and promote agency. Bythe conclusion of eighth grade, students are prepared for theacademic autonomy and college preparatory focus of our highschools. Responsibilities 1. Instruction You’ll empower students tobe their fullest selves by teaching an inclusive, culturallyresponsive curriculum that seeks equitable outcomes for allstudents. You’ll guide students to analyze literary andnon-narrative texts, assess an author’s purpose, write in a varietyof genres, and grapple with meaningful questions in student-leddiscourse. You’ll create an inclusive and safe environment, allyingwith students to speak and write in their authentic voice. You’llguide students to choose books of interest independently, as theydevelop their own passions and interests as readers. 2. DataAnalysis You’ll meet weekly with your principal and/orinstructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in studentwork samples and assessments. You’ll learn and implement strategiesto differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom. 3.School Culture You’ll build positive relationships with students toensure 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 Humanities, English, SocialSciences, or other related fields of study. Prior to the start ofemployment, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accreditedcollege or university. Certification is not required to be hired atUncommon, but you do need to meet NY state certificationeligibility requirements. To meet these requirements, you mustenroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5or higher during your employment with us if you do not have adegree 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) FinancialPlanning 403(b) retirement savings program employer match Paidleave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)Mental health and counseling support wellness benefits •A detailedlist of all benefits is located HERE . At Uncommon, we believe thata supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff,and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team thatbrings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective ofthe communities 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.