High School ELA Teacher — Shape College-Ready Readers

Uncommon Schools; Maple Shade Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO & holidays

Extensive training & development

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

Retirement benefits

Paid leave options

Mental health support

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks a high school English Language Arts teacher who can spark a love of literature, foster rigorous, student‑led discussion, and prepare students for college coursework. You will work with a robust literature curriculum shared across our high schools, emphasizing inclusive texts and critical thinking.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility; 1–2 years in urban education is preferred.

Qualifications

• Commitment to social emotional and academic development.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Willingness to pursue feedback to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Teach from a literature curriculum aligned across high schools, emphasizing inclusive texts and AP/SAT readiness.
• Meet weekly with leadership and coaches to analyze trends in student work and differentiate instruction.
• Build positive relationships with students and families; support school values and collaborative planning.

Skills

Social emotional development

Collaboration

Lifelong learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools seeks a high school English Language Arts teacher who can spark a love of literature, foster rigorous, student‑led discussion, and prepare students for college coursework. You will work with a robust literature curriculum shared across our high schools, emphasizing inclusive texts and critical thinking.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility; 1–2 years in urban education is preferred.