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About the Role
Uncommon Middle School Math teachers foster a deep joy for mathematics, cultivating skills and mindsets for problem-solving and perseverance. They aim to prepare students for the academic rigor of high school, ensuring they are self-guided learners ready for college.
Responsibilities
- Teach foundational middle school math principles including ratio/proportions, expressions/equations, and the number system.
- Utilize in-house CCSS-based Math curriculum and culturally responsive problem-solving activities.
- Motivate students to engage with problems and critically analyze various solution paths.
- Foster student confidence and meaningful engagement through a passion for mathematics.
- Meet weekly with leadership to analyze student work and assessment data.
- Implement strategies to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
- Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel valued and heard.
- Partner with families to provide resources supporting student learning needs.
- Participate in professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
- Engage in weekly school-wide meetings to build community and encourage achievement.
- Collaborate with grade-level teams to set academic goals and refine instructional strategies.
Requirements
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social-emotional and academic development.
- Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners for student benefit.
- Self-directed learner who actively seeks and implements feedback.
- Demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities.
- Academic expertise in Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or related fields.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Must meet NY state certification eligibility requirements.
- Must enroll in a teacher preparation program if not holding an education degree.
- Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during employment if not holding an education degree.
- Required to become certified in New York State within a reasonable period after employment begins.
Skills
- Instructional strategies
- Data analysis
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Culturally responsive teaching
Location
- Boston
- Camden
- New York City
- Newark
- Rochester
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1-2 years experience preferred
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
- Teacher certification eligibility
Salary/Compensations
- $72,000 to $115,000
Benefits
- Generous paid time off (sick time, holidays, ~10 weeks of breaks)
- Extensive training and development
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA, DCFSA)
- Health savings accounts (HSA)
- 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability)
- Mental health and counseling support
- Wellness benefits
About the Company
- Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools.
- Dedicated to providing exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.
- Operates schools in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester.
- Committed to closing the college completion gap.
- Students consistently exceed national benchmarks.
- Invests deeply in educators through coaching, feedback, and professional development.
- Values a supportive and welcoming environment.
- Aims to build a diverse team reflective of the communities served, with over 70% of staff identifying as people of color.
- Values respect and open dialogue.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
- Ensures 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.
- Requests for accommodation can be made by emailing [email protected].