Middle School ELA Teacher
$50,000–$64,700 year
On-site · Henrietta, New York, United States
Job Summary
Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) teacher in Uncommon Schools, a nonprofit charter network serving urban communities. Responsible for delivering an inclusive, culturally responsive ELA curriculum, guiding students in analyzing texts, writing across genres, and fostering student-led discourse. Roles include data-driven instruction via weekly collaboration with principal/coach, differentiating instruction to meet diverse learners, building strong relationships with students and families, and participating in school-wide meetings and ongoing professional development. Requires bachelor’s degree; NY certification eligibility; commitment to social-emotional and academic development; capacity to collaborate with internal/external partners and to support a college-preparatory focus for students. Compensation ranges from $50,000 to $64,700, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for coaching and growth.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- NY state certification eligibility requirements (certification not required to be hired, but must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher if no degree in education)
- Must become certified in New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment
- 1-2 years experience preferred in urban K-12 settings
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