High School Science Teacher — Inspire Inquiry & STEM

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

PTO (paid time off)

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey is seeking a high school science teacher to prepare students for AP coursework and college success. You will teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and scientific discourse.

Collaboration with the Science department is essential to differentiate instruction for diverse learners and align with our mission to prepare students for STEM fields and college pathways.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience in urban K‑12 settings preferred.
• Academic expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree required; NJ state certification eligibility within a reasonable period; certification after hiring per NJ rules.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Sciences with AP preparation.
• Develop students’ inquiry, questioning, data analysis, and lab skills.
• Foster student discourse and evidence-based argumentation in class.
• Collaborate with the Science department to set academic goals and improve instruction.

Skills

Student development

Collaboration

Feedback-driven learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey is seeking a high school science teacher to prepare students for AP coursework and college success. You will teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and scientific discourse.

Collaboration with the Science department is essential to differentiate instruction for diverse learners and align with our mission to prepare students for STEM fields and college pathways.