Uncommon Schools
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HighSchoolMathTeacher
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“High School Math Teacher at Uncommon Schools. Skills: Mathematics instruction, Student engagement, Problem solving. Teach Math curriculum. Prepare students for AP coursework”
What You'll Achieve.
Prepare students for academic autonomy; Prepare students for college preparatory work
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree, Meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements, Academic expertise in Mathematics
Nice to Have
1-2 years experience impacting K-12 students, Final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0, Final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of 2.75
What You'll Do.
Teach Math curriculum
Prepare students for AP coursework
Prepare students for collegiate coursework
Support students solving problems
Support students thinking critically
Foster confidence in mathematics
Foster engagement in mathematics
Cultivate ability to construct arguments
Cultivate ability to justify arguments
Build community of self-guided learners
Determine academic goals
Determine engagement goals
Analyze student work samples
Implement strategies to differentiate instruction
Build positive relationships with students
Partner with students' families
Engage in practice-based professional development
Participate in school-wide meetings
Partner with grade level team
Develop academic goals
Practice instructional strategies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Grade teams; Content teams; Math department; Grade level team
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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