Middle School Science Teacher (SY 22-23)
Company: Uncommon Schools North Star Academy
Location: Newark
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Company DescriptionUncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of
high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding
K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have
proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with
more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network
identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 55
schools serving more than 21,000 students in six cities: Boston,
Camden, New York City, Newark, Rochester, and Troy. We are proud
that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at
five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by
offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional
learning that prepares students for success in college and
beyond.North Star Academy currently manages fourteen schools in
Newark, NJ serving students in grades K through 12. We believe in
strong authentic relationships between teachers and students,
supported by effective school systems and an engaging instructional
model that enables students to flourish academically and
personally. North Star Academy is NJ's #1 highest performing public
charter school and has served Newark families for over 20 years.Job
DescriptionUncommon Middle School Science teachers work in
grade-level teams to prepare all students with the tools and
knowledge to critically engage in the field of science. At the
heart of all Science courses is a love for the subject and
inquiry-based learning, including a robust focus on student
discourse and the science practices. Science teachers employ a
variety of instructional strategies to develop a passion for
scientific questioning and analysis in their students. Our teachers
strive for subject mastery and have a keen sense of the
socio-emotional changes middle schoolers experience. At the
conclusion of eighth grade, students are prepared for the academic
autonomy and college preparatory focus of our high
schools.Responsibilities1. InstructionYou'll teach an
interdisciplinary, NGSS-aligned curriculum that includes analysis
of key areas including but not limited to: Climate and Earth's
systems, the cosmos, matter and energy transformations, electricity
and magnetism, and molecular and ecological systems.You'll develop
students' practices of questioning, modeling, constructing
explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and planning and
conducting interactive labs.You'll use your love of science to
foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for
students.You'll cultivate an awareness of the interconnected nature
of fields of science (e.g., ecosystems, climate change, and lunar
phases) and our local and global community.2. Data AnalysisYou'll
meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to
analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and
assessments.You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate
instruction for all learners in your classroom.3. School
CultureYou'll build positive relationships with students to ensure
they feel seen, loved, and heard.You'll partner with students'
families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support
their child's learning needs.You'll engage in practice-based
professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.You'll
participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community,
model our core values, and encourage student achievement.You'll
partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and
practice instructional strategies.QualificationsA commitment to the
mission of Uncommon Schools and investment in our vision for being
an anti-racist organizationA demonstrated commitment to supporting
students' social emotional and academic developmentAn enthusiasm
for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best
interest of studentsA self-directed learner who solicits and
implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve
objectivesRequired Experience:A demonstrated interest in impacting
K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years
experience preferred).Academic expertise in Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics, or other related fields of study.Prior to
the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university. Teacher certification is not a
prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state of
NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibility
requirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of
3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduated
prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to become
certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period
after beginning employment.Additional InformationUncommon Schools
offers salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive
benefits package. All staff members receive extensive professional
development, and are equipped with a laptop computer and all
necessary supplies.Uncommon believes in the importance of being a
diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our
students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an
exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and
experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive
community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues
of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal
opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race,
religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual
orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We also
ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges
and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable
accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job
functions.
Keywords: Uncommon Schools North Star Academy, Newark , Middle School Science Teacher (SY 22-23), Education / Teaching , Newark, New Jersey
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