Uncommon Schools

Education

ApprenticeTeacher

$59k+ Newark, New Jersey, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for entry candidates.

The Brief

“Apprentice Teacher at Uncommon Schools. Skills: Teaching, Classroom management. Teach classes on behalf of Deans. Provide substitute teaching coverage”

What You'll Achieve.

Prepare students for college; Close college completion gap; Exceed national benchmarks

Industry & Context.

Education

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Limited teaching experience, No teaching experience

Nice to Have

Full-time teaching positions

What You'll Do.

Teach classes on behalf of Deans

Provide substitute teaching coverage

Develop teaching skills

Support students with tutoring

Support students with grading

Support students with instruction

Observe Master Teachers

Meet regularly with coach

Implement feedback on lessons

Teach Enrichment classes

Coordinate Enrichment classes

Assist teachers with instruction

Assist teachers with assessments

Assist teachers with grading

Implement assessments

Participate in curriculum development

Participate in grade-level activities

Participate in school-wide functions

Participate in school events

Provide rewards for student behavior

Provide consequences for student behavior

Supervise students during transitions

Supervise students during breakfast

Supervise students during lunch

Supervise students during recess

Ensure student mastery of academics

Communicate with students

Communicate with families

Communicate with staff

Participate in staff orientation

Participate in staff training

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Co-teach with teacher-leaders; Collaborative curriculum development; Grade-level activities; School-wide functions; School-wide events

Communication Scope

Communicate with students; Communicate with families; Communicate with staff

Full Job 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. Weinvest 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 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 experie

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