High School History Teacher

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success.

We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

• Instruction: teach a curriculum that prioritizes analysis of World, US History, American Government, and Economics in preparation for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework.
• Facilitate student-led discourse of historical topics, engage in peer-to-peer debate, and synthesize arguments.
• Guide students to understand authors  claims and the power of sourcing while developing argumentation, corroboration, inquiry, and historiography through primary and secondary source analysis.
• Build an inclusive and safe environment where students use their voices to express evidence-based opinions and perspectives.
• Collaborate with the History department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.
• Data Analysis: meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze trends in student work samples and assessments; differentiate instruction for all learners.
• School Culture: build positive relationships with students, partner with families to support learning needs, participate in weekly school-wide meetings, and collaborate with grade-level teams to develop academic goals and strategies.

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students  social-emotional and academic development
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
• Self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes
• Required Experience:
  
  1–2 years of experience with K-12 students in urban schools a plus
• Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities
• Bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university required; NY state certification eligibility required if not in education; must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5+ during employment if not already educated in teaching; certification in New York within a reasonable period after employment

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

Compensation for this role is between $72,000 to $115,000. Starting pay is determined by factors including relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time teaching experience will likely start at $72,000.

• Generous paid time off including sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer)
• Extensive training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance + pretax FSA, DCFSA, and HSA
• 403(b) retirement savings with employer match
• Paid leave options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment.

Additional information about job postings and company culture is available through our recruitment pages.