High School Computer Science Teacher
High School Computer Science Teacher
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Job Description
Computer Science Teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation and development of Uncommons curriculum and the success of its students. Therefore Uncommon Schools seeks teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a grade level team.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards;
- Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;
- Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices;
- Participate in collaborative curriculum development gradelevel activities and schoolwide functions;
- Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior;
- Be accountable for students mastery of academic standards;
- Communicate effectively with students families and colleagues; and
- Participate in an annual threeweek staff orientation and training.
Qualifications :
- Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom;
- Proven trackrecord of high achievement in the classroom;
- Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects;
- Evidence of selfmotivation and willingness to be a team player;
- Bachelors degree is required; Masters degree is preferred; and
- Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred
- By the time that employment begins candidates must have received a Bachelors degree from a College or University. For teaching roles in New York and Massachusetts candidates must have also earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher by the time employment begins. For teaching roles in New Jersey the candidates must have earned a cumulative 2.75 GPA (for candidates graduating before September 1 2016) or 3.0 (for candidates graduating on or after September 1 2016).
- Valid State Certification is helpful but not required. Belief in and alignment with Uncommons core beliefs and educational philosophy is nonnegotiable.
Additional Information :
Our people are what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our valuesequity transparency and clarityto enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise. Our staff receive bestinclass training coaching and support to develop and operate missiondriven schools that provide a highquality education to our students and families.
Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role is between $65000 to 103900. The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience education certifications and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Because we value staff tenure in a role we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health wellness and finances of our staff and their families.
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks (spring winter and summer) additional sustainability half days throughout the school year
- Extensive bestinclass training and development
- Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
- Pretax flexible spending and health saving accounts
- Financial planning & wellness
- 403(b) retirement savings program employer match
- 529 college savings program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
- Financial planning tools and assistance
- Dependent Care FSA back up childcare and daycare discounts
- Paid leave of absence
- Fully paid parental leave
- Fully paid medical leave
- Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
- Mental health and counseling support wellness benefits
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 Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. 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. If you would like to request an accommodation please email
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
