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Join Our Mission at Uncommon Schools!

Company Description

At Uncommon Schools , we are more than just a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools; we are a community dedicated to transforming the educational landscape for students in economically disadvantaged areas. With schools in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are on a mission to close the college completion gap and prepare every student for success beyond high school. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks , a testament to our commitment to their future. We believe in investing deeply in our educators, providing weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Your Role: Uncommon Elementary School Teacher

As an Uncommon Elementary School Teacher , you will ignite a passion for learning in every student from day one. Our classrooms are vibrant, culturally-responsive, and filled with joy. Here, you will foster a community that values respect and hard work while celebrating the unique qualities of each student, laying the academic foundations that will carry them to and through college.

Key Responsibilities

1. Instruction

• Create an engaging and joyful classroom environment that encourages mastery and empowers students to participate in academic discussions.
• Teach foundational mathematics principles.
• Develop students' literacy skills through reading and writing, focusing on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Deliver an ELA curriculum that prioritizes meaningful and relevant texts.
• Introduce students to a Science curriculum that covers geology, astronomy, ecology, and cycles in nature, emphasizing climate change and environmental stewardship.
• Teach a Social Studies curriculum that explores America’s diverse histories, fostering cultural and civic awareness.

2. Data Analysis

• Collaborate weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze student work samples and assessments.
• Implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.

3. School Culture

• Build positive relationships with students, ensuring they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• Partner with families to provide the necessary resources to support their children’s learning needs.
• Engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• Support morning arrival, lunch duty, student assemblies, class transitions, and after-school dismissal.
• Participate in weekly school-wide meetings to foster community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
• Collaborate with your grade-level team to set academic goals and refine instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social-emotional and academic development.
• An enthusiasm for collaborating with families for the benefit of students.
• A self-directed learner who actively seeks and implements feedback to improve outcomes.
• Required Experience:
  • A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools (1-2 years experience preferred).
  • Academic expertise in Elementary Education, Humanities, English, Social Sciences, or related fields.
  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required prior to employment. Teacher certification is not a prerequisite for consideration in NJ, but candidates must meet state certification eligibility requirements.

Working Conditions

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer a supportive environment that values equity and fairness, ensuring we attract and retain top talent.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: The salary for this role ranges from $56,000 to $80,000, determined by factors such as relevant teaching experience and educational qualifications. Candidates without full-time teaching experience will likely start at $56,000.

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, along with pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health savings accounts (HSA).
• Financial planning support, including the New Jersey Pension program.
• Paid leave options for parental, medical, and disability needs.
• Mental health and counseling support, plus wellness benefits.

*A detailed list of all benefits is available upon request.

Why Join Us?

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects 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 Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. We ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.

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