High School ELA Teacher (North Greece)
$52,000–$68,000 year
On-siteNorth, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Teach high school English Language Arts using a robust literature curriculum that prioritizes inclusive texts and prepares students for AP, SAT, and collegiate coursework. Conduct deep explorations of works by authors such as James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Shakespeare to ignite student passion and sharpen critical analysis. Facilitate student-led discourse where learners use evidence to make sophisticated claims, while regularly analyzing comprehension to adapt lessons for maximum impact. Partner with grade level teams to develop academic goals and implement differentiated instruction strategies. Meet weekly with leadership to analyze student work trends and engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions. Build positive relationships with students and collaborate with families to ensure resources support their learning needs.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities
- Academic expertise in Humanities, English, Social Sciences, 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
- Certification is not required to be hired at Uncommon, but you do need to meet NY state certification eligibility requirements
- To meet these requirements, you must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during your employment with us if you do not have a degree in education
- Uncommon Schools teachers are required to become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment
Desired Qualifications
- 1-2 years experience preferred
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