High School History Teacher - AP Prep & Urban Impact

SSWAA; Delran Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks a high school History teacher to guide students through World, US History, Government, and Economics with a focus on textual analysis and discursive skills.

You will support students’ social-emotional development, engage families, and participate in weekly professional development while collaborating with the History department to set academic goals and monitor progress.

Qualifications

• Commitment to students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners.
• Self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback.
• Experience in urban K-12 settings (1–2 years preferred).
• Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities.
• Bachelor’s degree required; NJ certification eligibility after hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach AP-aligned World/US History, Government, and Economics.
• Lead student-led discourse and analytical discussion.
• Foster inclusive, safe classroom culture and family partnerships.
• Collaborate with History team to set academic goals.

Skills

Social emotional development

Collaboration

Self-directed learner

Urban education impact

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools seeks a high school History teacher to guide students through World, US History, Government, and Economics with a focus on textual analysis and discursive skills.

You will support students’ social-emotional development, engage families, and participate in weekly professional development while collaborating with the History department to set academic goals and monitor progress.