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Job Description
Join Uncommon Schools as a Middle School History Teacher, where you'll empower students through engaging history lessons that promote critical thinking and discourse. Collaborate with dedicated educators in a supportive environment committed to student success and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate student-led discourse on historical topics
Guide students in understanding authors' claims and sourcing
Teach a curriculum focused on diverse histories and inclusion
Analyze student work and adapt instructional strategies
Build positive relationships with students and families
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
1-2 years experience in impacting K-12 students in urban schools
Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities
Preferred Qualifications
Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners
Demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
Self-directed learner who seeks feedback for improvement
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 programMental health and counseling support