Urban High School ELA Teacher — Generous PTO & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is seeking an English Language Arts teacher for its high school program in New Jersey. You will lead rigorous literature instruction, promote student-led discourse, and prepare students for college-level coursework through diverse texts and connected assessments.

You will collaborate with colleagues, engage families, and participate in ongoing professional development to advance equity and student achievement in urban communities.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development.
• An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Teach from a robust literature curriculum across high schools, prioritizing inclusive texts and preparing students for AP, SAT, and college coursework.
• Guide students to analyze books by diverse authors; foster independent and collaborative reading, writing, and discussion skills.
• Use data to differentiate instruction and engage in regular partnerships with department and grade level teams to support student success.

Skills

English Language Arts

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools is seeking an English Language Arts teacher for its high school program in New Jersey. You will lead rigorous literature instruction, promote student-led discourse, and prepare students for college-level coursework through diverse texts and connected assessments.

You will collaborate with colleagues, engage families, and participate in ongoing professional development to advance equity and student achievement in urban communities.