Apprentice Teacher
Company: Uncommon Schools
Location: Moorestown
Posted on: September 27, 2024
Job Description:
Company DescriptionUncommon 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 DescriptionThe Apprentice Teacher position provides a
unique opportunity for talented individuals with limited or no
teaching experience to explore the field of education and to gain
hands-on practice and the training necessary to become a successful
full-time classroom teacher. Apprentice Teachers will have an
opportunity to observe best practices in classroom instruction and
education reform from experienced teachers and school leaders at a
leading charter management organization. Apprentice Teachers
observe and learn from Master Teachers, co-teach with
teacher-leaders, provide in-house substitute teaching coverage for
teachers, and support teachers with tutoring, grading, and
individual or small group student instruction. Depending on school
needs and candidate background, Apprentice Teachers may also teach
their own class of students, allowing for direct teaching
experience within a more limited teaching load. Apprentice Teachers
will also assist with a variety of work inside and outside of the
classroom, including teaching Enrichment classes, organizing
student events, and developing mentoring relationships with
students. Through full participation in summer and school-year
professional development, as well as regular meetings with an
instructional coach, Apprentice Teachers will have many
opportunities to gain the experience and support necessary to
develop their teaching skills. By the end of the year, Apprentice
Teachers will be very strong candidates for full-time teaching
positions.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teach classes on behalf of Deans and teacher-leaders who are
observing other teachers;
- Provide substitute teaching coverage for teachers within the
school;
- Potentially teach one class or small groups of students;
- 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;
- Observe Master Teachers in order to improve instructional
techniques and classroom management;
- Meet regularly with a coach to implement feedback on lessons
and instruction;
- Teach or help coordinate an Enrichment class;
- Assist teachers with instruction, assessments, grading, and
other classroom responsibilities;As appropriate, perform all duties
expected of classroom teachers, including but not limited to:
- Implementing curricula and activities to meet academic
standards; -
- Designing and implementing assessments that measure progress
towards academic standards;
- Using assessment data to refine curriculum and inform
instructional practices;
- Participating in collaborative curriculum development,
grade-level activities, and school-wide functions, events, and
trips;
- Providing consistent rewards and/or consequences for student
behavior;
- Serving as an advisor to a small group of students; -
- Helping to co-lead advisory/homeroom in the morning and
afternoon;
- Supervising students during transitions, breakfast, lunch and
afterschool; -
- Being accountable for students' mastery of academic
standards;
- Communicating effectively with students, families, and
colleagues;
- Participating in an annual three-week staff orientation and
training.QualificationsAdditional InformationOur 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 is between $56,000 to $77,000. -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
benefitsUncommon 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
recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
Keywords: Uncommon Schools, Union , Apprentice Teacher, Education / Teaching , Moorestown, New Jersey
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