Middle School History Teacher

$56,000 - $77,000/Yr

Uncommon Schools - Voorhees Township, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Voorhees Township, NJ

51-100 employees

Educational Services

About the position

Uncommon Middle School History teachers play a crucial role in fostering self-guided learning among students in grades K-10. The position emphasizes developing subject mastery and understanding the socio-emotional changes that middle school students experience. Teachers are responsible for empowering students' voices and preparing them for academic autonomy and college preparatory focus in high school through engaging instructional strategies and a curriculum that highlights diverse histories.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student-led discourse on historical topics, encouraging open-ended questions and peer-to-peer debate.
• Guide students in understanding authors' claims and the importance of sourcing, while developing skills in argumentation, corroboration, inquiry, and historiography through source analysis.
• Teach a curriculum that prioritizes the diverse histories of Indigenous peoples, African Americans, women, and ancient cultures.
• Build an inclusive and safe classroom environment where students can express evidence-based opinions.
• Meet weekly with the principal or instructional coach to analyze student work and assessments, implementing strategies to differentiate instruction.
• Build positive relationships with students and partner with families to support learning needs.
• Engage in professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• Participate in school-wide meetings to cultivate community and encourage student achievement.
• Collaborate with grade level teams to develop academic goals and instructional strategies.

Requirements

• A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and investment in anti-racist practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social-emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaboration with internal and external partners for student benefit.
• Self-directed learner who seeks and implements feedback to improve outcomes.
• 1-2 years of experience impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities preferred.
• Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or Humanities.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university prior to employment.
• Eligibility for NJ state certification requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in urban education settings.
• Familiarity with diverse historical perspectives and inclusive teaching practices.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including sick time and school breaks.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans.
• Pre-tax flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Financial planning and wellness support.
• New Jersey Pension program.
• 529 college savings program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance.
• Dependent Care FSA, backup childcare, and daycare discounts.
• Fully paid parental leave and medical leave.
• Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance.
• Mental health and counseling support with wellness benefits.