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High School Math Teacher

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Uncommonschools logoUncommonschools · Boston, MA
$71K–$116K/yrFull-timeOn-site2w ago
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Responsibilities

  • Instruction
  • You'll use a Math curriculum to teach content that may include Algebra, Geometry, or Calculus and prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework.
  • You'll support students as they solve problems and think critically.
  • You'll use your love of mathematics to foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for students.
  • You'll cultivate the ability to construct and justify viable arguments using reasoning, math vocabulary, tools, and postulates.
  • You'll use your passion for mathematics to build a community of self-guided learners where students feel safe, confident, and engaged.
  • You'll work with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.
  • Data Analysis
  • You'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.
  • School Culture
  • You'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.
  • A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development
  • An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
  • A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
  • Required Experience: A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
  • Academic expertise in Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or other related fields.
  • Our people are what makes us Uncommon. 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.

Benefits

Compensation for this role is between $71,000 to $116,000.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 2026-2027 school year. If starting prior to June 30th, 2026, compensation will be based on a slightly lower range, reflective of current compensation scales. 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 developmentComprehensive 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 System403(b) retirement savings programPaid leave of abseHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options

Additional Information

Uncommon High School Math teachers work in grade teams and content teams to push students towards being self-guided learners. Our teachers become experts in their course content, and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students. At the heart of all math classes is a deep joy for mathematics. Math teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to cultivate student awareness of how to make sense of, persevere through, and solve problems. At the conclusion of high school, students are prepared for academic autonomy and college preparatory work.

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