Middle School History Teacher

Job overview

Middle School History Teacher 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 dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education. Uncommon Middle School History teachers work in grade level teams and departments to push students towards being self-guided learners.

What you'll do

• Facilitate student-led discourse of historical topics.
• Guide students to understand the author's claim and the power of sourcing while developing the skills of argumentation, corroboration, inquiry, and historiography through primary and secondary source analysis.
• Teach an in-house curriculum that prioritizes the diverse histories of Indigenous peoples, African Americans, women, ancient cultures, and the impact all of these groups have had on the development of the United States.
• Build an inclusive and safe environment where students are empowered to use their voices to express evidence-based opinions and perspectives.
• Meet weekly with principal/instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples 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 sessions.
• 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

Experience

A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred). Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities. Bachelor's degree required.

Skills & competencies

middle school history teacher

full-time

onsite

rochester ny

uncommon schools

history

social studies

teaching

middle school

k-12

global citizen

critical thinking

inquiry-based learning

Benefits & perks

• Generous paid time off, Extensive training and development, Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match, Paid leave of absence options, Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

About the employer

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