College Seminar Teacher

Uncommon Schools•Boston, MA

5d•$71,000 - $116,000

About The Position

The College Seminar Teacher implements Uncommon Schools’ college seminar curriculum for freshmen and sophomores. The role helps students develop a stronger sense of purpose, a college-going mindset, and effective high school habits to support their academic and personal success. The teacher also supports the college office and assists with college and school-wide initiatives as needed. This position may suit an experienced academic teacher interested in transitioning to college counseling. A successful teacher may be considered for a College Counseling position in the subsequent school year if an opening is available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university before employment begins.
Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher by the time employment begins.
Pass state teacher certification tests to meet Massachusetts requirements if hired; certification is not required to be hired.
Demonstrate passion for empowering students and helping them discover their purpose.
Show a commitment to improving students’ minds, characters, and lives, and to urban youth achieving greatness.
Believe in and align with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy.
Demonstrate self-motivation, teamwork, and personal responsibility.
Be able and willing to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues.
A background in education is not required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred.
Knowledge of college preparation is a plus.
Prior full-time teaching experience may be considered in determining starting pay.

Responsibilities

Implement College Seminar 9 and 10 curricula and activities to meet high academic standards.
Build a college-going culture and mindset among ninth- and tenth-grade students through curriculum implementation, motivation, and inspiration.
Monitor student learning and respond strategically to students’ learning needs.
Create a positive, structured learning environment that reflects the school’s core values, high expectations, and code of conduct.
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
Participate in the annual three-week staff orientation in August and instructional training throughout the school year.
Support college-office operations and administrative tasks as directed by the Director of College Counseling, College Team, and school leaders.
Provide school-wide coverage and perform other whole-school teacher duties as needed.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid breaks (spring, winter, and summer).
Extensive training and development.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
Financial planning.
Pension through the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System.
403(b) retirement savings program.
Transit commuter benefit with an employer subsidy toward eligible transit expenses.
Paid leave options, including parental, medical, and disability leave.
Mental health and counseling support and wellness benefits.