Middle School ELA Teacher (Rochester)
$52,000–$68,000 year
On-siteRochester, New York, United States
Job Summary
Teach an inclusive, culturally responsive curriculum that empowers students to analyze texts, write in various genres, and engage in student-led discourse. Guide learners to choose independent books while building positive relationships and partnering with families to support their academic needs. Meet weekly with leadership to analyze student work trends and implement differentiated instruction strategies. Participate in grade-level team meetings, practice-based professional development, and school-wide community-building sessions. This role supports eighth-grade students preparing for college autonomy within Uncommon Schools' nonprofit network of high-performing charter schools.
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 (1-2 years experience preferred)
- 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
- 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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