High School ELA Teacher
$50,000–$64,700 year
On-site · Waterloo, New York, United States
Job Summary
High School ELA teachers at Uncommon Schools deliver literature instruction across urban high schools, emphasizing inclusive texts, student-led discourse, and preparation for AP/SAT and college coursework. Teachers implement differentiated instruction, analyze student work trends with leadership, build strong relationships with families, and participate in weekly coaching, professional development, and school-wide meetings to promote student achievement. Responsibilities include guiding reading, writing, discussion, and evidence-based analysis, collaborating with department and grade-level teams, and supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic growth while pursuing New York teacher certification.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- NY state certification eligibility requirements
- Enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during employment if not degree in education
- Must become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment
- 1-2 years experience preferred
- Academic expertise in Humanities, English, Social Sciences or related fields
- Certification not required to be hired at Uncommon
- Bachelor's degree required for employment
- New York state certification eligibility requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- NY state certification eligibility requirements
- Enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during your employment if you do not have a degree in education
- Must become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment
- 1-2 years experience preferred
- Academic expertise in Humanities, English, Social Sciences or related fields
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