High School Math Teacher
Company: Uncommon Schools Camden Prep
Posted on: June 2, 2025
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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. Our students consistently exceed
national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We
invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback,
and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and
leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting
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.
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
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
You'll use your passion for mathematics to build a community of
self-guided learners where students feel safe, confident, and
You'll work with the Math department to determine academic and
engagement goals for students.
2. Data Analysis
You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach
to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and
You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction
for all learners in your classroom.
3. 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
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
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
Academic expertise in Mathematics, Science, Technology,
Engineering, or other related fields.
A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools
and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
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.
Our people are what make 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.
Compensation for this role is between $56,000 to $80,000.
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 $56,000.
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
New Jersey Pension program
Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability,
Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
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
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
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