K-12 Teacher - Camden, NJ, United States - Uncommon Schools

Uncommon Schools Camden, NJ, United States

2 weeks ago

Full time

Description

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53 schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

Job Description

All Uncommon Schools teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation of Uncommon's curriculum and the success of our students. Therefore, Uncommon Schools seeks teachers who are committed to becoming best-in-class educators, who are continuously improving instructional practices through collaboration and targeted development within their school community. We are currently seeking both experienced and apprentice teachers for all grades and all subjects for the 22-23 school year.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement curricula and activities to meet our high academic standards
Analyze assessments that measure progress towards these standards and use this assessment data to inform and differentiate instructional practices
Focus constantly on student learning, thinking critically and strategically to respond to student learning needs
Create a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that students observe the school's core values, high expectations, and code of conduct
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Commit to continual professional growth, participating actively in our annual, three-week staff orientation training in August and instructional training throughout the school year
Participate and support grade-level activities and school-wide functions throughout the school-year

Qualifications

Strong applicants for all teaching roles (new and experienced) will possess the following:

Relentless drive to improve the minds, characters & lives of students both in and out of school
Unwavering commitment to urban youth achieving greatness
Belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core beliefs and educational philosophy is a must
Mastery of and enthusiasm for relevant academic subjects
Evidence of self-motivation, willingness to be a team player, and a strong sense of personal responsibility
Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues to become a more effective educator in service to our students.
A background in education is not required for new teachers, but strong candidates should show a demonstrated passion for working with K-12 students and prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred.

Additional qualifications for experienced teachers:

Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred
Valid State Certification and Master's degree are helpful but not required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree from a college or university before employment begins
Candidates must have also earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher by the time employment begins

Additional Information

Our people are what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values—equity, transparency, and clarity—to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise. Our staff receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality education to our students and families.

Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in Camden is between $55,000 to $71,000. The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members.

Other Benefits:

Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks (spring, winter, and summer) + additional sustainability half days throughout the school year
Extensive, best-in-class training and development
Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts
Financial planning & wellness
- New Jersey Pension program
- 529 college savings program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
- Financial planning tools and assistance
Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts
Paid leave of absence
- Fully paid parental leave
- Fully paid medical leave
- Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. 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 email .

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