Elementary Teacher: Inspire Growth in Urban Classrooms

Uncommon Schools; West Deptford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Extensive training and development

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Uncommon Schools, a nonprofit network of high‑performing public charter schools, seeks an elementary teacher to cultivate a love for learning from the start. You’ll join a culturally responsive, fast‑paced environment that values respect, hard work, and every student’s unique strengths.

You’ll teach math, reading and writing, science, and social studies, and meet weekly with your principal to review progress.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting social, emotional, and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for working with families in students' best interests.
• Willingness to solicit and implement feedback to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach and create an engaging, joyful classroom that promotes mastery and discourse.
• Teach math, reading, writing, science, and social studies as core curricula.
• Meet weekly with principal or coach to analyze student work and adjust instruction.
• Build positive relationships with students and families to support learning and well‑being.

Skills

Commitment to students

Family engagement

Open to feedback

Urban education interest

Self‑directed learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools, a nonprofit network of high‑performing public charter schools, seeks an elementary teacher to cultivate a love for learning from the start. You’ll join a culturally responsive, fast‑paced environment that values respect, hard work, and every student’s unique strengths.

You’ll teach math, reading and writing, science, and social studies, and meet weekly with your principal to review progress.