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Job Description

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Join Our Mission at Uncommon Schools!

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At Uncommon Schools , we are more than just a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools; we are a community dedicated to transforming the lives of students in economically disadvantaged areas. With schools in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are on a mission to close the college completion gap and prepare every student for success beyond high school. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, a testament to our commitment to their future. We believe in investing deeply in our educators, providing 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!

Exciting Opportunity: High School Spanish Teacher

As a High School Spanish Teacher at Uncommon Schools, you will play a pivotal role in shaping global citizens. You will become an expert in your course content and inspire high school students to communicate confidently in Spanish. Your classroom will be a safe space where students can express themselves in a new language, preparing them for academic autonomy and college-level work.

Key Responsibilities

1. Instruction

• Enhance students' bilingual skills and understanding of Spanish through a curriculum designed for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate coursework.
• Boost students' confidence in navigating authentic print and audio sources.
• Teach essential foreign language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Cultivate cultural awareness by immersing students in the Spanish language.
• Share your passion for Spanish to foster a community of confident speakers.
• Encourage students to engage in conversations in Spanish.
• Collaborate with the Spanish department to set academic and engagement goals.

2. Data Analysis

• Meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze student work and assessment trends.
• Implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners.

3. School Culture

• Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• Partner with families to provide resources that support their child's learning needs.
• Engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching.
• Participate in weekly school-wide meetings to foster community and encourage student achievement.
• Collaborate with your grade level team to develop academic goals and instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with partners in the best interest of students.
• A self-directed learner who actively seeks and implements feedback.
• Required Experience:
  • 1-2 years of experience impacting K-12 students in urban schools preferred.
  • Academic expertise in Spanish or related fields.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required. Certification is not mandatory at hiring, but you must meet NY state certification eligibility requirements.

Why Join Us?

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the health, wellness, and financial stability of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity and fairness, aiming to attract and retain top talent.

Compensation

The salary for this role ranges from $50,000 to $64,700 . Starting pay is determined by various factors, including relevant teaching experience and education certifications.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, along with pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health savings accounts (HSA).
• Financial planning support, including a 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave options (parental, medical, disability, etc.).
• Mental health and counseling support, plus wellness benefits.

*A detailed list of all benefits is available upon request.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve, with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. We ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.

Job Tags

Summer work, Flexible hours,

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