Urban Education Specialist

6 days ago


Rochester, New York, United States Uncommon Schools Full time

**Mission-Driven Educator Opportunity**

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. Our commitment to excellence has enabled us to build a team of dedicated educators who share our vision.

We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

As an Urban Education Specialist, you will play a critical role in implementing our curriculum and driving student success. You will work closely with colleagues to develop and refine instructional practices, analyze assessments, and create a positive, structured learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Implementing curricula and activities to meet our high academic standards
  • Analyzing assessments to inform and differentiate instructional practices
  • Creating a positive, structured learning environment
  • Committing to continual professional growth and participating in training and development opportunities

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess:

  • Relentless drive to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of school
  • Unwavering commitment to urban youth achieving greatness
  • Mastery of and enthusiasm for relevant academic subjects
  • Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues to become a more effective educator

While a background in education is not required, strong candidates should demonstrate a passion for working with K-12 students and prior experience working in schools and/or urban communities is preferred.

We offer a competitive salary range of $60,000-$80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include:

  • Generous paid time off, including sick time and school breaks
  • Extensive training and development opportunities
  • Pre-tax flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match
  • Fully paid medical leave
  • Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance

We strive to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit 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.



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