High School History Teacher

Uncommon High School History teachers work in department teams to push students towards being self-guided learners. Our teachers become experts in their course content and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students. History classes aim to empower students voices and develop them into global citizens by emphasizing textual analysis analytical writing and discourse. At the conclusion of high school students are prepared for academic autonomy and college preparatory work.

Responsibilities

1. Instruction

• Youll teach a curriculum that prioritizes analysis of World US History American Government and Economics in preparation for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework.
• Youll facilitate student-led discourse of historical topics where students grapple with open-ended guiding questions engage in peer to peer debate and synthesize arguments.
• Youll guide students to understand the authors claim and the power of sourcing while developing the skills of argumentation corroboration inquiry and historiography through primary and secondary source analysis.
• Youll build an inclusive and safe environment where students are empowered to use their voices to express evidence-based opinions and perspectives.
• Youll work with the History department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.

2 .  Data Analysis

3. School Culture

Qualifications :

A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).

Additional Information :

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health wellness and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $60000 to $85000.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience education certifications and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $60000.

Benefits

New Jersey Pension program

At Uncommon we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students staff and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences reflective of the communities we serve with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation please email

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Math,Special Education,Calculus,Teaching,Geometry,Cordova

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1