High School Spanish Teacher Job at Uncommon Schools in North Chili

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Company Description

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 educational landscape for students in economically disadvantaged areas. With schools in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we strive to close the college completion gap and prepare every student for a successful future. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, a testament to our commitment to their success. We invest 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. Collaborating with grade-level and content teams, you will inspire and motivate high school students to master the Spanish language. Your classroom will be a vibrant space where students feel safe to express themselves and grow into confident, autonomous learners.

Your Responsibilities

1. Instruction

• Enhance students' bilingual skills and prepare them for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate-level coursework.
• Boost students' confidence in navigating authentic print and audio sources.
• Teach essential foreign language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Cultivate cultural awareness through language learning.
• Share your passion for Spanish to foster a community of confident speakers.
• Encourage engaging 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 assessments.
• 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 strong commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaboration with internal and external partners for student success.
• A self-directed learner who actively seeks and implements feedback.
• Required Experience:
  • 1-2 years of experience impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities preferred.
  • Academic expertise in Spanish or related fields.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university 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 finances 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, plus 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 of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.).
• Mental health and counseling support, along with 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 perspectives and experiences of the communities we serve, with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. We value 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 type. We ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.