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Full Time Middle School/High School English Teacher

Uncommon Schools

Salem, MA

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Analysis Skills, Charter Schools, Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Employee Orientation, English Language, Fast Food, Language Teaching, Leadership, Literacy, Process Improvement, Secondary School, Staff Training, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
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Salem, MA
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1 day ago
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. We invest deeply in our educators , offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. All Uncommon Schools teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation of Uncommon’s curriculum and the success of our students. Therefore, Uncommon Schools seeks teachers who are committed to becoming best-in-class educators, who are continuously improving instructional practices through collaboration and targeted development within their school community. We are currently seeking both experienced and apprentice teachers for all grades and all subjects for the 25-26 and 26-27 school years. Implement curricula and activities to meet our high academic standards Analyze assessments that measure progress towards these standards and use this assessment data to inform and differentiate instructional practices Create a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that students observe the school’s core values, high expectations, and code of conduct Commit to continual professional growth, participating actively in our annual, three-week staff orientation training in August and instructional training throughout the school year Participate and support grade-level activities and school-wide functions throughout the school-year Strong applicants for all teaching roles (new and experienced) will possess the following: Relentless drive to improve the minds, characters & lives of students both in and out of school Unwavering commitment to urban youth achieving greatness Mastery of and enthusiasm for relevant academic subjects Evidence of self-motivation, willingness to be a team player, and a strong sense of personal responsibility Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues to become a more effective educator in service to our students.  A background in education is not required for new teachers, but strong candidates should show a demonstrated passion for working with K-12 students and prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred. Additional qualifications for experienced teachers: Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred Candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree from a college or university before employment begins All Commonwealth charter teachers must either have an appropriate MA educator’s license or pass required the MTEL(s) including the Communications and Literacy MTEL , Subject Specific MTEL, and the MTEL SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) Endorsement within first year of employment. All core academic teachers* assigned to teach English learners are required to earn the SEI endorsement. Any teacher without a SEI endorsement has one year from date of assignment to teach ELs, to earn the MTEL SEI endorsement.  We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $71,000.  * The range above represents our compensation scales for the school year. New hires who fall into this category will see an increase in their compensation starting on July 1st, 2026 for next school year which aligns to the scale above. Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).  ~ Extensive, best-in-class training and development ~ Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA) ~ Financial Planning ~ Pension through Mass. Teachers Retirement System ~403(b) retirement savings program  Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.) At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture. 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.

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