High School History Teacher
$71k/y-$116k/y
Uncommon Schoolsa day ago
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OnsiteFull-timeEntry
Summary
Uncommon Schools is seeking a High School History Teacher to join their team in Boston, MA. The role involves teaching a curriculum focused on World and US History, American Government, and Economics, preparing students for Advanced Placement and collegiate level coursework.
About the Role
As a High School History Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons that promote critical thinking and analysis among students. You will facilitate discussions, guide students in source analysis, and create an inclusive classroom environment. Additionally, you will collaborate with the History department to set academic goals, analyze student performance data, and build positive relationships with students and their families to support their learning.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities.
- Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities.
Preferred:
- 1-2 years of teaching experience in urban schools.
- Ability to pass state teacher certification tests to meet MA state requirements.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off including sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks.
- Extensive training and development opportunities.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Financial planning support and pension through Mass. Teachers Retirement System.
- 403(b) retirement savings program.
- Paid leave of absence options for parental, medical, and disability needs.
- Mental health and counseling support.
Uncommon Schools
We believe a college degree should be within reach for every young person in this nation. We start and manage outstanding urban public charter schools that close the opportunity gap and prepare students from economically disadvantaged communities to graduate from college.
Boston, MA