? [6/22/2025] Elementary Teacher Position Available In Camden, New Jersey

Job Description:

Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network ofhigh-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing anexceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantagedcommunities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark,and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completiongap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Ourstudents consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting ourdedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators,offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development toensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard,do good, and make a lasting difference! Job Description UncommonElementary School Teachers cultivate a love for learning in everystudent from the very start. Our teachers and students engage in aculturally-responsive, fast-paced, and fun learning environment. Wehave built a community where teachers encourage our core values ofrespect and hard work while celebrating the uniqueness of eachstudent and laying the academic foundations that carry students toand through college. Responsibilities 1. Instruction

• You’llco-teach and build an engaging and joyful classroom environmentthat encourages mastery and empowers students to engage in academicdiscourse.
• You’ll teach the basic principles of mathematics.
• You’ll teach reading and writing to build students’ literacyskills: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, andcomprehension.
• You’ll teach an ELA curriculum that prioritizesmeaningful texts and topics that are interesting and relevant.
• You’ll teach a Science curriculum that prioritizes knowledge ofgeology, astronomy, ecology, and cycles in nature to ensurestudents understand climate change and how to take care of theEarth.
• You’ll teach a Social Studies curriculum that incorporatesanalyses of America’s diverse histories, with an emphasis oncultural and civic awareness. 2. Data Analysis
• You’ll meet weeklywith your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze andrespond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
• You’lllearn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for alllearners in your classroom. 3. School Culture
• You’ll buildpositive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen,loved, and heard.
• You’ll partner with students’ families toensure appropriate resources are available to support theirchildren’s learning needs.
• You’ll engage in practice-basedprofessional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• You’ll support morning arrival, lunch duty, student assemblies,class transitions, and after-school dismissal.
• You’ll participatein weekly, school-wide meetings to foster community, model our corevalues, and encourage student achievement.
• You’ll partner withyour grade level team to develop academic goals and practiceinstructional strategies. Qualifications
• A demonstratedcommitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academicdevelopment
• An enthusiasm for working with families in the bestinterest of students
• A self-directed learner who solicits andimplements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives

• Required Experience:

• A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experiencepreferred).
• Academic expertise in Elementary Education,Humanities, English, Social Sciences, or other related fields ofstudy.
• Prior to the start of employment, you must have abachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Teachercertification is not a prerequisite for consideration at UncommonSchools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ statecertification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate orgraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff arerequired to become certified in the state of New Jersey within areasonable period after beginning employment. AdditionalInformation Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offercompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that supportthe personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and theirfamilies. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness andattracting & retaining top talent. Compensation Compensation forthis role is between $56,000 to $80,000. Starting pay is determinedusing various factors including but not limited to relevantfull-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenurewith Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teachingexperience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000. Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive,best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health,dental, and vision insurance plans pre-tax flexible spending (FSA),dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• New Jersey Pension program
• Paid leave ofabsence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mentalhealth and counseling support wellness benefits
• A detailed list ofall benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that asupportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, andcommunity thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings awide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of thecommunities we servewith over 70% of our staff identifying aspeople of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogueon important topics that shape our school culture. As an equalopportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employmentopportunities to all employees and applicants for employment andprohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regardto race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disabilitystatus, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure thatindividuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefitsassociated with employment and are provided reasonableaccommodations for the interview process and to perform core jobfunctions. If you would like to request an accommodation, pleaseemail recruitment@uncommonschools.org.