Middle School History Teacher

Overview

Middle School History Teacher Jobs in Seneca Falls, New York, USA at Uncommon Schools

Location: Seneca Falls

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. With over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color,  we exemplify

diversity

, equity, and

inclusion

.

We  invest deeply in our educators  , offering weekly coaching, feedback, and

professional development

to ensure excellence in teaching and

leadership

. Uncommon Middle School History teachers work in grade level teams and departments to push students towards being self-guided learners. Our teachers develop subject mastery and have a keen sense of the socio-emotional changes middle school students experience. History classes aim to empower students’ voices and develop them into global citizens by emphasizing textual analysis, analytical writing, and discourse.

Teachers also use engaging instructional strategies to make history come alive! At the conclusion of eighth grade, students are prepared for the academic

autonomy

and college preparatory focus of our high schools.

You’ll guide students to understand the author’s claim and the power of sourcing while developing the skills of argumentation, corroboration, inquiry, and historiography through primary and secondary source analysis.

You’ll teach an in-house curriculum that prioritizes the

diverse

histories of Indigenous peoples, African Americans, women, ancient cultures, and the impact all of these groups have had on the development of the United States.

Data Analysis

School Culture

You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child’s learning needs.

You’ll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.

You’ll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and investment in our vision for being an anti-racist organization

A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development

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

Academic expertise in

Education

, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities.

Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. 5 or higher during your employment with us if you do not have a degree in

education

. Uncommon Schools teachers are required to become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment.

We offer

competitive compensation

and

comprehensive benefits

that support the personal health,

wellness

, and finances of our staff and their families. Use the red Application button below to Read More / Continue the application process.

Title: Middle School History Teacher

Company: Uncommon Schools

Location: Seneca Falls, New York, USA

Category: Education / Teaching (Youth Development, General Education, High School), Non-Profit & Social Impact (Youth Development)