High School ELA Teacher: Inspire College-Ready Readers

SSWAA; New Jersey; On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey seeks a High School English Language Arts teacher to lead rigorous literature instruction and foster a college-ready mindset. You will guide students through AP/SAT preparation, promote inclusive texts, and cultivate a classroom culture that values evidence-based discussion.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility, with a preference for urban-school experience.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; NJ state certification eligibility required.
• All instructional staff must become certified in New Jersey within a reasonable period after starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach a robust literature curriculum with inclusive texts and AP/SAT readiness.
• Guide students to analyze literature and support arguments with evidence.
• Develop independent and collaborative reading, writing, and discussion skills.
• Facilitate student-led discourse and differentiate instruction as needed.
• Analyze student work and adapt lessons to maximize learning.
• Collaborate with department and grade-level teams on instructional strategies.

Skills

Student development

Collaboration

Self-directed learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey seeks a High School English Language Arts teacher to lead rigorous literature instruction and foster a college-ready mindset. You will guide students through AP/SAT preparation, promote inclusive texts, and cultivate a classroom culture that values evidence-based discussion.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility, with a preference for urban-school experience.