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RY25-26 Middle School History Teacher

Uncommon Schools

Willingboro, NJ
22 hours ago
$56,000 - $80,000

Job Description

Join Uncommon Schools as a Middle School History Teacher, where you'll inspire students through engaging lessons and foster critical thinking. Collaborate with educators to enhance student learning in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate student-led discourse on historical topics
  • Guide students in understanding authors' claims and sourcing
  • Teach a curriculum prioritizing diverse histories
  • Build an inclusive and safe classroom environment
  • Analyze student data and differentiate instruction
  • Engage with families to support student learning
  • Participate in professional development and mentorship

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools
  • Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities
  • 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

  • Teacher certification eligibility in New Jersey
  • Experience in urban schools and communities

Benefits & Perks

Generous paid time off including sick time and paid holidays10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer)Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceNew Jersey Pension programPaid leave of absence optionsMental health and counseling support