Middle School ELA Teacher

Job overview

Middle School ELA 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. This role focuses on building an engaging classroom culture and empowering students' voices through literature and writing. Teachers will guide students in analyzing texts, writing in various genres, and participating in meaningful discourse.

What you'll do

• Teach an inclusive, culturally responsive curriculum
• Guide students to analyze literary and non-narrative texts
• Create an inclusive and safe environment
• Guide students to choose books independently
• Meet weekly with principal/coach to analyze student work
• Differentiate instruction
• Build positive relationships with students and families
• Engage in professional development
• Participate in school-wide meetings
• Partner with grade level team.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

1-2 years experience preferred

Skills & competencies

middle school

ela teacher

uncommon schools

rochester ny

full-time

onsite

education

teaching

literature

writing

reading comprehension

ny

Benefits & perks

• Generous paid time off, training and development, health insurance, retirement savings, paid leave of absence, mental health support.

About the employer

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