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Uncommon Schools3 days ago

Middle School History Teacher

$50,000–$64,700 year

On-site · Honeoye Falls, New York, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Large

Job Summary

Middle School History teachers work in grade level teams to foster student-led discourse, develop subject mastery, and support socio-emotional and academic growth. Responsibilities include facilitating open-ended historical inquiry, guiding analysis of primary and secondary sources, and employing an in-house curriculum that emphasizes diverse histories and evidence-based argumentation. You’ll meet weekly with leadership to analyze student work trends, differentiate instruction for all learners, and participate in school-wide meetings to model core values. The role involves partnering with families to support student learning, engaging in practice-based professional development and mentorship, and contributing to a collaborative culture aimed at preparing students for college prep in high school. Qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to urban K-12 instruction, a bachelor’s degree, and NY certification eligibility requirements (teacher preparation program and ongoing certification expectations). Compensation ranges from $50,000 to $64,700, with starting pay influenced by full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • NY state certification eligibility requirements
  • enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA 2.5+ if not has degree in education
  • teacher certification within NY after starting employment
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