Uncommon Schools is hiring: Elementary Teacher in Rochester

Join Our Mission at Uncommon Schools!

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 locations 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 a successful future. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, a testament to our commitment to their success. We deeply invest 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!

About the Role: Uncommon Elementary School Teacher

As an Uncommon Elementary School Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in cultivating a love for learning in every student from day one. Our classrooms are vibrant, culturally-responsive, and filled with joy. Here, you will encourage respect, hard work, and celebrate the uniqueness of each student while laying the academic foundations that will carry them to and through college.

Your Responsibilities1. Instruction

• Create an engaging and joyful classroom environment that empowers students to master academic concepts and engage in meaningful discourse.
• 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 science topics such as geology, astronomy, and ecology, emphasizing climate change and environmental stewardship.
• Explore America’s diverse histories through a Social Studies curriculum that fosters 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 to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• Partner with families to provide resources that 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 and encourage student achievement.
• Collaborate with your grade-level team to develop academic goals and 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:
  • 1-2 years of experience impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities is 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. Certification is not mandatory at hiring, but you must meet NY state certification eligibility requirements and enroll in a teacher preparation program if you do not have a degree in education.

Working Conditions

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.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation: The salary for this role ranges from $50,000 to $64,700, based on factors such as relevant teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class 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: 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.).
• Mental health and counseling support, plus wellness benefits.

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

Join Us!

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type. We 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.