High School ELA Teacher

Rochester Prep Charter School • Rochester, NY

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About The Position

Uncommon Schools is hiring a High School English Language Arts teacher to teach literature and develop an engaging, rigorous classroom culture that prepares students for college. Teachers use an inclusive literature curriculum and varied instructional strategies to encourage reading, student-led discussion, strong student voice, and independent and collaborative learning. The role includes analyzing student work and assessments, adapting instruction, collaborating with colleagues and families, and participating in coaching and professional development. Teachers are expected to become certified in New York within a reasonable period after starting employment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social-emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in students’ best interests.
• Ability to learn independently, seek feedback, and implement it to improve outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university before the start of employment.
• Academic expertise in Humanities, English, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Meet New York State teacher-certification eligibility requirements.
• Become certified in New York State within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
• If the candidate does not have a degree in education, enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 during employment.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience or demonstrated interest in impacting K–12 students in urban schools and communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach a literature curriculum that prioritizes inclusive texts and prepares students for AP, SAT, and college-level coursework.
• Guide students in analyzing literature and developing independent and collaborative reading, writing, and discussion skills.
• Facilitate student-led discussions in which students use evidence to make claims and synthesize and evaluate arguments and rhetoric.
• Regularly assess student comprehension and writing, and adapt or develop lessons to maximize learning.
• Collaborate with department and grade-level teams on content, instructional strategies, and academic goals.
• Meet weekly with the principal and/or instructional coach to analyze student work and assessment trends.
• Differentiate instruction to support learners’ needs.
• Build positive relationships with students and partner with families to support student learning.
• Participate in practice-based professional development, mentorship, coaching, and weekly school-wide meetings.
• Model school core values and encourage student achievement.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid spring, winter, and summer breaks.
• Extensive training and development.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave options, including parental, medical, and disability leave.
• Mental health and counseling support.
• Wellness benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level