Middle School History Teacher

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

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.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $60,000 to $85,000.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to 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 $60,000.

Benefits

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.

At the conclusion of eighth grade, students are prepared for the academic autonomy and college preparatory focus of our high schools.

You'll facilitate student-led discourse of historical topics, where students grapple with open-ended guiding questions, engage in peer-to-peer debate, and synthesize arguments.

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 meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.

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. Our

students consistently exceed national benchmarks

, reflecting our dedication to their success. We i

nvest deeply in our educators

, offering 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!