Pre-K-12 Teacher - Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School Teacher
Uncommon Schools · NY, US
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About the Role
Uncommon Schools seeks dedicated teachers committed to becoming best-in-class educators and continuously improving instructional practices. We are hiring for the 26-27 school year for all grades and subjects, welcoming both experienced and apprentice teachers.
Responsibilities
- Implement curricula and activities to meet high academic standards.
- Analyze assessments to measure progress and inform instructional practices.
- Focus on student learning, responding critically and strategically to student needs.
- Create a positive, structured learning environment aligned with school values and expectations.
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
- Commit to continuous professional growth through training and development.
- Participate in and support grade-level and school-wide activities.
Requirements
- Relentless drive to improve students' minds, characters, and lives.
- Unwavering commitment to urban youth achieving greatness.
- Belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core beliefs and educational philosophy.
- Mastery of and enthusiasm for relevant academic subjects.
- Evidence of self-motivation, willingness to be a team player, and strong personal responsibility.
- Ability and desire to implement feedback for professional growth.
- Demonstrated passion for working with K-12 students (preferred for new teachers).
- Prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities (preferred for new teachers).
- Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom (for experienced teachers).
- Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting (preferred for experienced teachers).
- Valid State Certification and Master’s degree are helpful but not required (for experienced teachers).
- Bachelor's degree required before employment begins.
- Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher required before employment begins.
Skills
- Instructional practices
- Assessment analysis
- Differentiated instruction
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Professional development
Location
- Boston
- Camden
- New York City
- Newark
- Rochester
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Apprentice
- Experienced
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree (helpful)
- Valid State Certification (helpful)
Salary/Compensations
- $72,000 to $115,000
Benefits
- Generous paid time off (sick time, holidays, ~10 weeks of breaks)
- Extensive training and development
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA, DCFSA)
- Health savings accounts (HSA)
- Financial planning resources
- 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability)
- Mental health and counseling support
- Wellness benefits
About the Company
- Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools.
- Dedicated to providing exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.
- Operates in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester.
- Committed to closing the college completion gap.
- Invests deeply in educators with weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development.
- Values thoughtful use of technology in applications.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
- Ensures 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.
- Dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve.
- Values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape school culture.