High School Apprentice Teacher

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success.

We invest deeply in our educators, offering 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!

The 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 observe best practices in classroom instruction and education reform from experienced teachers and leaders. They will observe and learn from Master Teachers, co‑teach, provide in‑house substitute coverage, support teachers with tutoring, grading, and instruction.

Depending on needs, they may teach their own class, teach enrichment classes, organize events, and develop mentoring relationships. Through summer and school‑year professional development and regular meetings with an instructional coach, they will gain experience and prepare for full‑time teaching positions by the end of the year.

• 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 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 after school.
• 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.

• Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom.
• Evidence of self‑motivation, willingness to be a team player, and strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Ideal candidates are hard‑working, urgent, energetic, and willing to learn and adapt.
• Extremely reflective and constantly wants to improve.
• Flexible and enjoys dealing with unpredictability.
• Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, communication skills (particularly with children), and problem‑solving skills.
• Interest in performing a critical support role and the ability to excel in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial, results‑oriented environment.
• Prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred but not required.
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