Middle School Science Teacher

Job overview

Middle School Science 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 dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. The role of the Middle School Science Teacher is to prepare all students with the tools and knowledge to critically engage in the field of science, fostering a love for the subject and inquiry-based learning.

What you'll do

• Teach an interdisciplinary, NGSS-aligned curriculum.
• Develop students’ practices of questioning, modeling, constructing explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and planning and conducting interactive labs.
• Use love of science to foster confidence and meaningful engagement.
• Cultivate awareness of interconnected nature of science fields.
• Meet weekly with principal/coach to analyze student work and assessments.
• Implement strategies to differentiate instruction.
• Build positive relationships with students.
• Partner with families.
• Engage in professional development, mentorship, and coaching.
• Participate in school-wide meetings.
• Partner with grade level team.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

1-2 years experience preferred.

Skills & competencies

middle school

science teacher

full-time

onsite

rochester ny

uncommon schools

education

teaching

k-12

science

ngss

inquiry-based learning

Benefits & perks

• Generous paid time off, extensive training and development, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match, paid leave of absence options, mental health and counseling support.

About the employer

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