Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Mission at Uncommon Schools!

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 are on a mission to close the college completion gap and prepare every student for a bright 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. If you’re ready to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference, we want you on our team!

About the Role: High School Spanish Teacher

As a High School Spanish Teacher at Uncommon Schools, you will play a pivotal role in shaping global citizens. You will collaborate with grade-level and content teams to inspire and motivate high school students. Your passion for the Spanish language will create a vibrant classroom environment where students feel safe and encouraged to express themselves in a new language. By the end of high school, your students will be prepared for academic autonomy and college-level work.

Key Responsibilities

1. Instruction:
   • Enhance students' bilingual skills and prepare them for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate coursework.
   • Build students' confidence in navigating authentic print and audio sources.
   • Teach reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in Spanish.
   • Cultivate cultural awareness through language learning.
   • Foster a community of confident Spanish 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 student learning.
   • Engage in practice-based professional development and mentorship.
   • 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 demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• An enthusiasm for collaboration with internal and external partners for the benefit of students.
• A self-directed learner who actively seeks and implements feedback to improve outcomes.
• Required Experience:
  • 1-2 years of experience impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities preferred.
  • Academic expertise in Spanish or related fields.
  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required prior to employment. Teacher certification is not a prerequisite, but you must meet NJ 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 financial stability of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity and fairness, aiming to attract and retain top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $56,000 to $80,000 , determined by factors such as relevant teaching experience, educational certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time teaching experience will likely start at $56,000.

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, along with pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health savings accounts (HSA).
• Financial planning through the New Jersey Pension program.
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.).
• Mental health and counseling support, plus 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. Our organization values 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 kind. We ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and core job functions.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Flexible hours,

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