High School Chemistry Teacher

Job overview

High School Chemistry 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. This role focuses on teaching a curriculum that includes analysis of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Sciences, preparing students for Advanced Placement and collegiate-level coursework.

What you'll do

• Teach a curriculum including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Sciences.
• Develop students' practices in questioning, modeling, constructing explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and conducting interactive labs.
• Create an environment for scientific discourse.
• Facilitate student-led discourse using evidence for claims and critiques.
• Facilitate student-led inquiry and lab/project-based performance tasks.
• Work with the Science department on academic and engagement goals.
• Meet weekly with principal/coach to analyze student work.
• Differentiate instruction.
• Build positive relationships with students and 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

Experience

1-2 years experience preferred

Skills & competencies

high school

chemistry teacher

full-time

onsite

rochester ny

uncommon schools

science education

stem

teacher

k-12 education

instructional role

professional development

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.