High School Math Teacher

Job overview

High School Math Teacher at Uncommon Schools in Rochester, NY. This is a full-time, onsite position with a salary range of $50,000 to $64,700 per year. Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools. This role focuses on fostering a deep joy for mathematics and developing students' problem-solving and critical thinking skills to prepare them for college.

What you'll do

• Use a Math curriculum to teach content including Algebra, Geometry, or Calculus
• Support students as they solve problems and think critically
• Use love of mathematics to foster confidence and meaningful engagement
• Cultivate ability to construct and justify viable arguments
• Use passion for mathematics to build a community of self-guided learners
• Work with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals
• Meet weekly with principal/coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work and assessments
• Learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction
• Build positive relationships with students
• Partner with students’ families
• Engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching
• Participate in weekly, school-wide meetings
• Partner with grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

1-2 years experience preferred.

Skills & competencies

high school

math teacher

full-time

rochester ny

uncommon schools

stem

education

teacher

ny

mathematics

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).

About the employer

Uncommon Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.