Impactful Middle School ELA Teacher

Uncommon New York City Charter Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive training

Health, dental, and vision

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks an English Language Arts teacher for a New York City middle school, focusing on engaging literacy instruction and equitable outcomes. You will foster a culturally responsive classroom, support students’ voice, and prepare eighth graders for high school and college readiness.

Responsibilities include instructional design, data-informed practice with weekly coaching, and active participation in school culture—building relationships with families and collaborating with

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 seeks and applies feedback to improve outcomes

Responsibilities

• Instruction: deliver inclusive, culturally responsive ELA instruction and foster student discourse.
• Data Analysis: review trends in student work with weekly coaching to differentiate instruction.
• School Culture: build positive relationships with families and participate in weekly meetings to promote community.

Skills

Urban teaching

Collaborative

Literacy instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

NY State certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools seeks an English Language Arts teacher for a New York City middle school, focusing on engaging literacy instruction and equitable outcomes. You will foster a culturally responsive classroom, support students’ voice, and prepare eighth graders for high school and college readiness.

Responsibilities include instructional design, data-informed practice with weekly coaching, and active participation in school culture—building relationships with families and collaborating with