Uncommon Schools
Apprentice Teacher
Rochester, NY, United States · Full-time
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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.
- We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Periodically plan and deliver instruction, gradually taking on more responsibility throughout the year;
- Develop teaching skills to potentially become a full-time teacher at the school;
- Support students by providing one-on-one and small group tutoring daily, and small group intervention and student support;
- Meet regularly with a coach to implement feedback on lessons and instruction;
- Helping to co-lead advisory/homeroom in the morning and afternoon;
- Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
- Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines;
- We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color.
Requirements
- By the time that employment begins, candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree from a College or University.
- Bachelor's degree is required.
Nice to have
- Prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred but not required;
Skills
- Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success.
- Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
- By the end of the year, Apprentice Teachers will be very strong candidates for full-time teaching positions.
Compensation
- Compensation for this role is $45,000.
- Participating in an annual three-week staff orientation and training.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
- 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
- A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
- A background in education is not required, though candidates should show a demonstrated passion for working with K-12 students.
- We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.
- Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.
- Provide substitute teaching coverage for teachers within the school;
- 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.
Company info
- At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive.
Equal opportunity
- If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
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