High School Science Teacher: Inspire Inquiry

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Uncommon High School Science teachers collaborate across the network to prepare students with the tools and knowledge to engage in science and become self-directed learners. This role focuses on inquiry-based learning, student discourse, and hands-on labs across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.

We seek educators who value coaching, feedback, and ongoing professional development. Starting salary ranges with comprehensive benefits are offered; NJ certification eligibility is

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• 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 staff must become certified in NJ.

Responsibilities

• Teach a curriculum covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science for AP-ready coursework.
• Develop student practices: questioning, modeling, data analysis, argumentation, and labs.
• Foster student-led discourse and inquiry with evidence-based reasoning.
• Collaborate with the Science department to set academic goals and engagement strategies.
• Build positive relationships with students and families to support learning needs.
• Participate in weekly school meetings and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Social emotional development

Collaboration

Self-directed learner

Urban schools experience

Science background

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon High School Science teachers collaborate across the network to prepare students with the tools and knowledge to engage in science and become self-directed learners. This role focuses on inquiry-based learning, student discourse, and hands-on labs across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.

We seek educators who value coaching, feedback, and ongoing professional development. Starting salary ranges with comprehensive benefits are offered; NJ certification eligibility is