Uncommon Schools
Education
HighSchoolMathTeacher
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“High School Math Teacher at Uncommon Schools. Skills: Mathematics, Instructional Strategies, Data Analysis, School Culture. The High School Math Teacher will teach content including Algebra, Geometry, or Calculus, preparing students for Advanced Placement and collegiate level coursework. They will foster student confidence and engagement through a love of mathematics, cultivate reasoning and justification skills, and build a community of self-guided learners. The role involves analyzing student ”
What You'll Achieve.
Prepare students for academic autonomy and college preparatory work. Achieve objectives through soliciting and implementing feedback.
Industry & Context.
root cause analysis
Must meet NY state certification eligibility requirements. Must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher if not holding an education degree. Teachers are required to become certified in New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development and an enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners. A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
Nice to Have
1-2 years experience preferred. Academic expertise in Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or other related fields. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $72,000.
What You'll Do.
The High School Math Teacher will teach content including Algebra, Geometry, or Calculus, preparing students for Advanced Placement and collegiate level coursework.
They will foster student confidence and engagement through a love of mathematics, cultivate reasoning and justification skills, and build a community of self-guided learners.
The role involves analyzing student data, differentiating instruction, building positive relationships with students and families, and collaborating with grade-level teams to set academic goals and practice instructional strategies.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Teachers work in grade teams and content teams, collaborating with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals. They also partner with students' families and participate in school-wide meetings to cultivate community and encourage student achievement.
Communication Scope
math vocabulary
Full Job Description
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 invest 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! 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 1. Instruction * You'll 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. * You'll support students as they solve problems and think critically. * You'll use your love of mathematics to foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for students. * You'll cultivate the ability to construct and justify viable arguments using reasoning, math vocabulary, tools, and postulates. * You'll use your passion for mathematics to build a community of self-guided learners where students feel safe, confident, and engaged. * You'll work with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.
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