Science Teacher: AP Prep & Inquiry-Based Learning

Uncommon Schools; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

FSA / DCFSA / HSA

Paid time off & holidays

Extensive training & development

Mental health support

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is seeking an enthusiastic High School Science teacher to join our Newark network. You will teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Science, emphasizing inquiry, data analysis, and lab work to prepare students for AP and college coursework.

You will collaborate with the science team to set goals, differentiate instruction, and engage families to support student achievement. A bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility are required or pursued.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaboration with internal and external partners to support students.
• Self-directed learner who seeks and uses feedback to improve outcomes.
• 1–2 years experience in urban K–12 preferred.
• Academic expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree required; NJ certification eligibility required; must obtain certification within a reasonable period.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Environmental Science curriculum aligned to AP and college coursework.
• Develop students’ inquiry, data analysis, and lab skills; foster evidence-based discourse.
• Create a classroom culture where students confidently engage, discuss, and critique ideas.
• Collaborate with science team to set goals and personalize instruction.
• Partner with families and communities to support student learning and growth.

Skills

Social-emotional development

Collaboration

Self-directed learner

Feedback-driven

Urban education experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools is seeking an enthusiastic High School Science teacher to join our Newark network. You will teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Science, emphasizing inquiry, data analysis, and lab work to prepare students for AP and college coursework.

You will collaborate with the science team to set goals, differentiate instruction, and engage families to support student achievement. A bachelor’s degree and NJ certification eligibility are required or pursued.