Elementary Teacher

Uncommon Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Uncommon Schools seeks passionate Elementary School Teachers to foster a love for learning in students. In a culturally-responsive environment, you will engage students in core subjects while building strong relationships with families. Join a nonprofit network dedicated to educational excellence in underserved communities.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Extensive training and development

New Jersey Pension program

Mental health and counseling support

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience preferred in urban K-12 education.
• Strong background in Elementary Education or Humanities.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach and create an engaging classroom environment.
• Teach mathematics, literacy, science, and social studies.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.

Skills

Commitment to student development

Enthusiasm for family engagement

Self-directed learning

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Academic expertise in Elementary Education or related fields

Job description

1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

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

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!

Job Description

Uncommon Elementary School Teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student from the very start. Our teachers and students engage in a culturally-responsive, fast-paced, and fun learning environment. We have built a community where teachers encourage our core values of respect and hard work while celebrating the uniqueness of each student and laying the academic foundations that carry students to and through college.

Responsibilities

• Instruction
• You’ll co-teach and build an engaging and joyful classroom environment that encourages mastery and empowers students to engage in academic discourse.
• You’ll teach the basic principles of mathematics.
• You’ll teach reading and writing to build students' literacy skills: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• You’ll teach an ELA curriculum that prioritizes meaningful texts and topics that are interesting and relevant.
• You'll teach a Science curriculum that prioritizes knowledge of geology, astronomy, ecology, and cycles in nature to ensure students understand climate change and how to take care of the Earth.
• You'll teach a Social Studies curriculum that incorporates analyses of America's diverse histories, with an emphasis on cultural and civic awareness.
• Data Analysis
• You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
• You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.
• School Culture
• You’ll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their children’s learning needs.
• You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• You’ll support morning arrival, lunch duty, student assemblies, class transitions, and after-school dismissal.
• You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to foster community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
• You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.
  
  

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm for working with families in the best interest of students
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
• Required Experience:
• A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
• Academic expertise in Elementary Education, Humanities, English, Social Sciences, or other related fields of study.
• Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Teacher certification is not a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
  

Additional Information

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $60,000 to $85,000.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $60,000.

• The range above represents our compensation scales for the 2025-2026 school year. If starting prior to June 30th, 2025, compensation will be based on a slightly lower range, reflective of current compensation scales. New hires who fall into this category will see an increase in their compensation starting on July 1st, 2025 for next school year which aligns to the scale above.
  
  

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 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 of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
  

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

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 [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Education Management

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Uncommon Schools by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Elementary School Teacher” roles.

Tchr of Elementary - Sir Isaac Newton Elementary 25-26 (NBOE)

Newark, NJ $67,000.00-$111,625.00 6 months ago

Newark, NJ $71,000.00-$100,000.00 3 days ago

Elementary School Teacher (2025-26 School Year)

Elementary School Teacher (1st - 5th Grade)

New York, NY $62,000.00-$106,000.00 8 months ago

Elementary/Lower School Lead Teachers (Kindergarten and Grades 1- 5) Full-Time Positions 2025-2026

Elementary School ELA Teacher-IMMEDIATE OPENING

2023-2024 High School Arts Elective Teacher

New York, NY $65,000.00-$95,000.00 5 months ago

New York, NY $62,000.00-$106,000.00 5 months ago

Elementary School ELA Teacher-*IMMEDIATE OPENING*

Founding 7th Grade Teacher (All Subjects)

Bronx, NY $73,500.00-$95,000.00 2 months ago

Lower School Assistant Teacher Position for 2025-2026

Manhattan, NY $58,000.00-$110,000.00 4 months ago

Curriculum Coach-Literacy Girls School -Upper Elementary grades

Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, or 4th Grade Teacher (140K)

Kindergarten or 1st Grade Founding Teacher (Queens 25-26)

Early Elementary School Lead Teacher (2025-26 School Year)

Roosevelt Elementary School - Autism Teacher

Roosevelt Elementary School - Autism Teacher

Immediate Opening 2024-2025: Elementary Teacher

New York, NY $62,000.00-$100,000.00 3 months ago

Elementary School General Teacher-IMMEDIATE OPENING

New York, NY $63,781.00-$106,246.00 5 days ago

Elementary School Teacher (Kindergarten - 4th Grade)

New York, NY $35,000.00-$140,000.00 6 days ago

Newark, NJ $63,414.00-$90,514.00 6 months ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.