High School PE Teacher Position Available In Burlington, 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 UncommonHigh School Physical Education (PE) Teachers cultivate a passionfor an active lifestyle in every student. Our PE instructionwhichincludes sports, team building exercises, and physical exerciseisculturally-responsive, fast-paced, and fun. We have built acommunity that encourages respect, hard work, and celebrates ourstudents’ academic and nonacademic achievements. Our goal is forstudents to love learning and living a healthy lifestyle from thevery start. Responsibilities 1. Instruction You’ll create a safeand interactive environment where students feel empowered to engagein physical activity. You’ll develop students’ physical fitnessthrough team building activities; independent exercises such asstretching, cardio, and calisthenics, and structured sports andgames. You’ll help students build healthy habits in mindset andphysical activity. You’ll teach an engaging and culturallyresponsive PE curriculum that meets the needs of various types oflearners in your class. 2. School Culture You’ll build positiverelationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, andheard. You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriateresources are available to support their child’s learning needs.

You’ll engage in practice-based professional development,mentorship, and coaching sessions. You’ll participate in weekly,school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values,and encourage student achievement. Qualifications A demonstratedcommitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academicdevelopment An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal andexternal partners in the best interest of students A self-directedlearner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomesand achieve objectives

Required Experience:

A demonstrated interestin impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2years experience preferred). An expertise in middle schooleducation, physical education, sports science and management,kinesiology, physical fitness, or participation in collegiateathletics. Prior to the start of employment, you must have abachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Teachercertification is not a prerequisite for consideration at UncommonSchools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ statecertification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate orgraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff arerequired to become certified in the state of New Jersey within areasonable period after beginning employment. AdditionalInformation Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offercompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that supportthe personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and theirfamilies. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness andattracting & retaining top talent. Benefits Compensation for thisrole is between $56,000 to $80,000. Starting pay is determinedusing various factors including but not limited to relevantfull-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenurewith Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teachingexperience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000. BenefitsGenerous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and10 weeks of 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 New Jersey Pension program Paid leave of absence options(parental, medical, disability, etc.) Mental health and counselingsupport wellness benefits •A detailed list of all benefits islocated HERE . At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive andwelcoming environment helps our students, staff, and communitythrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a widerange 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.