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Evergreen Center Job Description Uncommon High School Math teachers work in grade teams and content teams to push students towards being self-guided learners. Our teachers become experts in their course content, and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students. At the heart of all math classes is a deep joy for mathematics. Math teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to cultivate student awareness of how to make sense of, persevere through, and solve problems. At the conclusion of high school, students are prepared for academic autonomy and college preparatory work. Responsibilities
Instruction: Youll use a Math curriculum to teach content that may include Algebra, Geometry, or Calculus and prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework. Youll support students as they solve problems and think critically. Youll use your love of mathematics to foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for students. Youll cultivate the ability to construct and justify viable arguments using reasoning, math vocabulary, tools, and postulates. Youll use your passion for mathematics to build a community of self-guided learners where students feel safe, confident, and engaged. Youll work with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals for students. Data Analysis
Youll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments. Youll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom. School Culture
Youll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard. Youll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child’s learning needs. Youll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions. Youll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement. Youll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies. Qualifications
A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives Required Experience: a demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred) Academic expertise in Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or other related fields Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Certification is not required to be hired at Uncommon, but you do need to meet NY state certification eligibility requirements. To meet these requirements, you must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 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. Compensation and Benefits
Compensation for this role is between $50,000 to $64,700. Starting pay is determined using factors including relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $50,000. Benefits include generous paid time off, holidays, and paid breaks; extensive training and development; comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA/DCFSA/HSA options; 403(b) retirement with employer match; paid leave options; and mental health support. Additional Information Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org. IsExpired: false
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High School Math Teacher
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Evergreen Center Job Description Uncommon High School Math teachers work in grade teams and content teams to push students towards being self-guided learners. Our teachers become experts in their course content, and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students. At the heart of all math classes is a deep joy for mathematics. Math teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to cultivate student awareness of how to make sense of, persevere through, and solve problems. At the conclusion of high school, students are prepared for academic autonomy and college preparatory work. Responsibilities
Instruction: Youll use a Math curriculum to teach content that may include Algebra, Geometry, or Calculus and prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework. Youll support students as they solve problems and think critically. Youll use your love of mathematics to foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for students. Youll cultivate the ability to construct and justify viable arguments using reasoning, math vocabulary, tools, and postulates. Youll use your passion for mathematics to build a community of self-guided learners where students feel safe, confident, and engaged. Youll work with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals for students. Data Analysis
Youll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments. Youll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom. School Culture
Youll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard. Youll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child’s learning needs. Youll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions. Youll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement. Youll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies. Qualifications
A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives Required Experience: a demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred) Academic expertise in Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or other related fields Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Certification is not required to be hired at Uncommon, but you do need to meet NY state certification eligibility requirements. To meet these requirements, you must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 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. Compensation and Benefits
Compensation for this role is between $50,000 to $64,700. Starting pay is determined using factors including relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $50,000. Benefits include generous paid time off, holidays, and paid breaks; extensive training and development; comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA/DCFSA/HSA options; 403(b) retirement with employer match; paid leave options; and mental health support. Additional Information Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org. IsExpired: false
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