Middle School Math Teacher

Rochester Prep Charter School • Rochester, NY

18d

About The Position

Uncommon Middle School Math teachers work in grade-level teams to help students become self-guided learners. Math teachers cultivate a deep appreciation for mathematics while continually developing their own subject mastery. They use a variety of instructional strategies to build students’ skills and persistence in solving problems. By the end of eighth grade, students are prepared for the academic autonomy and college-preparatory focus of high school.

Teachers use Uncommon’s in-house, CCSS-based math curriculum and culturally responsive problem-solving activities to teach foundational middle school topics. They analyze student work and assessment results, differentiate instruction, partner with families and colleagues, and contribute to a supportive school culture through relationship-building, coaching, professional development, and school-wide meetings.

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of public charter schools serving economically disadvantaged communities in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. The organization offers educators coaching, feedback, and professional development. Teachers are required to become certified in New York State within a reasonable period after starting employment. Candidates who do not have an education degree must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 during employment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social-emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in students’ best interests.
• Self-directed approach to learning, including soliciting and implementing feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Demonstrated interest in impacting K–12 students in urban schools and communities.
• Academic expertise in mathematics, science, technology, engineering, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university before the start of employment.
• Meet New York State 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 2.5 or higher during employment.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience impacting K–12 students in urban schools and communities is preferred.
• Teaching certification is not required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational middle school mathematics, including ratios and proportions, expressions and equations, and the number system, using the in-house CCSS-based curriculum and culturally responsive problem-solving activities.
• Motivate students to engage with problems, think critically, and explore different approaches to solving them.
• Use enthusiasm for mathematics to foster students’ confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject.
• Meet weekly with the principal and/or instructional coach to analyze student work samples and assessment trends and respond to findings.
• Learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners.
• Build positive relationships with students so they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• Partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support learning needs.
• Participate in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching.
• Attend weekly school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model core values, and encourage student achievement.
• Collaborate with the grade-level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $52,000 to $68,000.
• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid breaks in spring, winter, and summer.
• Extensive training and development.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave of absence 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