Pre-K-12 Teacher - Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School Teacher

Uncommon Schools • New York, NY

2h • $72,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Uncommon Schools is seeking experienced and apprentice teachers for all grades and subjects for the 2026–2027 school year. Teachers are responsible for implementing Uncommon’s curriculum and supporting student success. They are expected to continually improve their instructional practices through collaboration, coaching, feedback, and targeted professional development within their school community.

Teachers implement curricula and activities that meet high academic standards, analyze assessment results to monitor student progress and differentiate instruction, and respond strategically to student learning needs. They create a positive, structured learning environment grounded in the school’s core values, high expectations, and code of conduct, and communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues. The role also includes participating in a three-week staff orientation in August, instructional training throughout the school year, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions.

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 by the time employment begins. A background in education is not required for new teachers. Experienced teachers should have a record of classroom achievement; at least two years of teaching in an urban public or charter school is preferred. State certification and a master’s degree are helpful but not required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a college or university before employment begins.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher by the time employment begins.
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for relevant academic subjects.
• Commitment to improving students’ minds, character, and lives, including a commitment to urban youth and alignment with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy.
• Self-motivation, willingness to work as a team member, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues.
• For experienced teachers, a proven track record of high achievement in the classroom.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities, particularly for new teachers.
• At least two years of teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting.
• Valid state certification.
• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Implement curricula and activities that meet high academic standards.
• Analyze assessments and use the resulting data to inform and differentiate instruction.
• Focus on student learning and respond strategically to students’ learning needs.
• Create a positive, structured learning environment that reflects the school’s core values, high expectations, and code of conduct.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Participate actively in the annual three-week staff orientation in August and instructional training throughout the school year.
• Participate in and support grade-level activities and school-wide functions.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid breaks.
• Training and professional development.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
• Financial planning.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave of absence options, including parental, medical, and disability leave.
• Mental health and counseling support and wellness benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level