High School History Teacher

Uncommon Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nonprofit network dedicated to providing exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. As a high school history teacher, you will inspire students to become self-guided learners and global citizens. Your role will involve teaching a rich curriculum that emphasizes critical analysis and discourse while fostering an inclusive classroom environment. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive culture, this position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives and their futures. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to contribute to a mission that truly matters.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

403(b) retirement savings program

Mental health and counseling support

Extensive training and development

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Teach World and US History, American Government, and Economics.
• Facilitate student-led discourse and develop critical thinking skills.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Student Engagement

Data Analysis

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

Uncommon High School History teachers work in department teams to push students towards being self-guided learners. Our teachers become experts in their course content and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students. History classes aim to empower students' voices and develop them into global citizens by emphasizing textual analysis, analytical writing, and discourse. At the conclusion of high school, students are prepared for academic autonomy and college preparatory work.

Responsibilities

• Instruction
• You'll teach a curriculum that prioritizes analysis of World, US History, American Government, and Economics in preparation for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework.
• You'll facilitate student-led discourse of historical topics, where students grapple with open-ended guiding questions, engage in peer to peer debate, and synthesize arguments.
• You'll guide students to understand the author's claim and the power of sourcing while developing the skills of argumentation, corroboration, inquiry, and historiography through primary and secondary source analysis.
• You'll build an inclusive and safe environment where students are empowered to use their voices to express evidence-based opinions and perspectives.
• You'll work with the History department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.
• Data Analysis
• You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
• You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.
• School Culture
• You’ll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
• You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
• You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.
  
  

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
• An 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
• Required Experience:
• A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
• Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities.
• Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and have earned a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher by the time employment begins. You do not need to be certified to be hired; however, if hired you will need to pass state teacher certification tests to meet the MA state requirements.
• All Commonwealth charter teachers must either have an appropriate MA educator’s license or pass required the MTEL(s) including the Communications and Literacy MTEL , Subject Specific MTEL, and the MTEL SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) Endorsement within first year of employment. All core academic teachers* assigned to teach English learners are required to earn the SEI endorsement. Any teacher without a SEI endorsement has one year from date of assignment to teach ELs, to earn the MTEL SEI endorsement.
  

Additional Information

Our people are what makes us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $57,000 to $89,000.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $57,000.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• Pension through Mass. Teachers Retirement System
• 403(b) retirement savings program
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
  

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Education Management

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Uncommon Schools by 2x

Get notified about new High School Teacher jobs in Boston, MA.

Early Childhood Educator (Preschool or Infant/Toddler Available)

Teacher Apprentice - All Grades/Subjects

K-6th Grade Entry Level Elementary Teacher

Boston, MA $40,000.00-$45,000.00 1 month ago

Lead Teacher at Reggio Emilia-Inspired Preschool

Newton, MA $45,000.00-$60,000.00 1 month ago

Kindergarten Teacher (Co-Teaching model)

Elementary Special Education Teacher 70-80 per hour

Lead Educator (Preschool or Toddler) - Early Childhood

Adjunct Faculty (DAY), Elementary and Early Childhood Education, 2023-2024

Boston Teacher Residency Clinical Teacher Educator, Elementary Literacy (0.5 FTE)

Boston, MA $50,000.00-$55,000.00 1 month ago

Teacher Assistant - Early Childhood Education

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.