High School Apprentice Teacher

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Teach one content area across multiple grades with a limited teaching load, gradually taking on more responsibility throughout the year
• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress toward academic standards
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions, events, and trips
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students
• Supervise students during transitions, breakfast, lunch, and after school
• Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training
• Develop teaching skills to potentially become a lead teacher at the school
• Support students by providing one-on-one and small group tutoring daily, and small group intervention and student support
• Observe Master Teachers to improve instructional techniques and classroom management
• Meet regularly with a coach to implement feedback on lessons and instruction
• Assist teachers with instruction, assessments, grading, and other classroom responsibilities
• Teach enrichment classes, organize student events, and develop mentoring relationships with students
• Provide in-house substitute teaching coverage for teachers

Qualifications

• Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
• Evidence of self-motivation, willingness to be a team player, and a strong sense of personal responsibility
• Hard-working, urgent, energetic, and willing to learn and adapt
• Extremely reflective and constantly wants to improve; flexible and enjoys dealing with unpredictability
• Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, communication skills (particularly with children), and problem-solving skills
• Interest in performing a critical support role and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, results-oriented environment
• Prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred but not required
• Relentless commitment to the mission of educating urban students
• Belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university prior to the start of employment
• Must meet NY state certification eligibility requirements; if without a degree in education, must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during employment

Pay

The compensation for this role is $60,000.

Benefits

• 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 savings accounts (HSA)
• Financial planning support
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits