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Job Description Uncommon High School Physical Education (PE) Teachers cultivate a passion for an active lifestyle in every student. Our PE instruction--which includes sports, team building exercises, and physical exercise--is culturally-responsive and fast paced. We have built a community that encourages respect and hard work and celebrates students' academic and nonacademic achievements. Our goal is for students to develop into strong teammates who are interested in and knowledgeable about healthy lifestyle habits. Responsibilities 1. Instruction You'll create a safe and interactive environment where students feel empowered to engage in physical activity. You'll develop students' physical fitness through team building activities; independent exercises such as stretching, cardio, and calisthenics, and structured sports and games. You'll help students build healthy habits in mindset and physical activity. You'll teach an engaging and culturally responsive PE curriculum...

Job Description Are you ready to use your compensation expertise to help shape the experience of educators and staff who serve thousands of students each day? As Director, Compensation on our Total Rewards team, you'll drive the analysis, execution, and communication behind how Uncommon Schools rewards the people who power our mission. You'll partner across schools, regional teams, and our Home Office to inform pay structures that are market competitive, equitable, and financially responsible, directly supporting our ability to attract and retain the talent our students deserve. This is a role for someone who enjoys turning complex data into clear decisions and meaningful action. Responsibilities Lead Compensation Analysis and Market Studies Run 2 to 3 regional and Home Office compensation studies each year to help ensure pay structures remain market competitive, equitable, and aligned with our talent goals Provide regular workforce analyses to assess the quality of...

Job Description The Associate Dean of Students at Uncommon will work with the school's Dean of Students to ensure that all students demonstrate dramatic student achievement gains and internalize the school's values. This individual will also help lead the school's efforts to create a positive, structured, consistent, caring, and disciplined school culture. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Working closely with Dean of Students to establish a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and creative school culture. Supporting teachers to hold all students to high and consistent behavioral expectations. Serving as a point person for dealing with behavioral crisis-intervention and acute behavioral issues. Acting as a resource to teachers in their instructional practice, especially as it relates to issues of discipline, relationships with students, classroom management, and school culture. Assisting teachers, students, and parents in the effective creation and...

Job Description Uncommon Pre-K Teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student from the very start. Our teachers and students engage in a learning environment that fosters curiosity, achievement, respect, and empathy (CARE). Our classrooms are engaging, intentional and playful. 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. Our classrooms are led by teaching teams that consist of a lead teacher and apprentice teacher. Instruction You will maintain a rotating schedule to teach both performing arts & Spanish to two pre-K cohorts. Create a scope & sequence that is aligned with the general education thematic units. Work with the director to create a performance calendar. Intervention & Data Analysis You'll meet weekly with your director to analyze and respond to trends in student...

Job Description Uncommon English as a New Language Specialists are passionate, fierce advocates for their students, who manage both teaching our diverse population of English Language Learners and supporting their General Education colleagues.. They also provide crucial academic interventions to students who are developing their English language skills and believe they are capable of high academic achievement. Responsibilities 1. Instruction You will review intake assessments to ensure that all students receive the educational services and instructional methods that they need to succeed aligned with their English proficiency. You will provide small group instruction to entering and emerging English Language Learners. You will serve as push-in support for English Language Learners across grade and content areas. You will partner with general education teachers and advocate for all classroom accommodations required to support student growth. You will work closely with...

Job Description You'll play a key role in ensuring the right data reaches the right people at the right time across Uncommon. In this role, you will manage and fulfill data requests, support critical data processes, and help teams make informed decisions that directly impact students and schools. You'll collaborate with colleagues across Development, Talent, and academic teams, turning data into clear, usable insights. Your work will support the reporting and analysis that helps advance our mission of preparing students to graduate from college and achieve their dreams. This is a temporary position starting as soon as possible, with an expected end date of June 30, 2027. Data Processing & Reporting Prepare, clean, and organize data for reporting and analysis across multiple systems Configure, test, and execute data processes, including survey and assessment-related data Build and refine reports that provide key information to stakeholders Monitor data quality and...

Job Description Are you passionate about building AI systems that solve real operational challenges within the education sector? We're looking for aSenior Architect, AI Systems to lead the vision setting for and deployment of AI solutions across Uncommon Schools-from intelligent agents that automate workflows to secure integrations with our core systems. In this role, you'll translate business needs into scalable AI infrastructure, mentor developers across functions, and help shape how our organization leverages generative AI. Your work will directly impact how thousands of educators and administrators work each day. Duties & Responsibilities Solution Vision & Architecture Gather requirements from stakeholders across Uncommon and translate business challenges into comprehensive technical specifications for end-to-end AI systems Design and architect AI solutions including data flows, model selection, and integration patterns that balance innovation with...

Job Description Are you passionate about building AI systems that solve real operational challenges within the education sector? We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to lead the vision setting for and deployment of AI solutions across Uncommon Schools-from intelligent agents that automate workflows to secure integrations with our core systems. In this role, you'll translate business needs into scalable AI infrastructure, mentor developers across functions, and help shape how our organization leverages generative AI. Your work will directly impact how thousands of educators and administrators work each day. Duties & Responsibilities Solution Vision & Architecture Gather requirements from stakeholders across Uncommon and translate business challenges into comprehensive technical specifications for end-to-end AI systems Design and architect AI solutions including data flows, model selection, and integration patterns that balance innovation with reliability...

Job Description You will play a key role in shaping how data flows across Uncommon Schools, helping teams make better decisions that directly impact students and communities. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll design and build the systems that connect our applications and data warehouse, ensuring data is accurate, accessible, and reliable. You'll partner closely with teams across Data, IT, and the organization to translate complex needs into scalable solutions. This is a highly collaborative role where your work will strengthen how we use data to drive outcomes and continuously improve how we operate. Responsibilities Data Integration & Architecture Design end-to-end data pipelines and integrations aligned to organizational goals Build and maintain APIs to enable seamless data movement across systems Transform and connect data across applications and the data warehouse while maintaining data integrity Establish and implement standards for scalable, sustainable...

Job Description Are you a detail-oriented analyst with a passion for using data to drive meaningful decisions? Uncommon Schools is seeking a Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis to join our Finance team in New York. In this role, you'll own complex financial modeling and analysis that directly supports strategic decisions across our network of schools. You'll work cross-functionally to translate financial data into clear insights for school leaders, regional teams, and senior leadership-making a real impact on how we allocate resources and plan for growth. Duties & Responsibilities Financial Analysis & Strategic Modeling Own complex financial modeling and cross-regional analysis that supports strategic planning and decision-making, including network growth, staffing, and multi-variable scenarios Critically assess model assumptions, conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis, and communicate implications to Finance leadership Define and monitor key...

Job Description As Director, Major Gifts, you will build and grow a portfolio of donors and prospects, leading the full lifecycle of major gift fundraising from initial engagement through solicitation and stewardship. You will develop tailored strategies, identify new opportunities, and connect donors directly to the impact of Uncommon Schools. In close partnership with internal teams and leadership, you will translate our work into compelling giving opportunities that expand philanthropic support. Portfolio Management & Fundraising Strategy Build and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, with a focus on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships Design and execute individualized strategies to align donor interests with Uncommon's priorities Develop proposals, letters of inquiry, and tailored communications to support fundraising efforts Donor Engagement & Relationship Building Lead in-person and virtual engagement with donors...

Job Description At Uncommon Schools, you'll help ensure staff and leaders receive thoughtful, responsive support across Employee Relations and Talent Strategy processes. In this role, you'll work closely with teams across the organization to manage employee relations workflows, support day to day operations, and help maintain clear, accessible resources for staff and managers. You'll play an important role in helping systems run smoothly, supporting staff experiences, and ensuring leaders have the information and tools they need to effectively support their teams. This role partners closely with the Talent Strategy and Employee Relations teams and supports staff across the organization. Responsibilities Employee Relations Support Provide first response support for Employee Relations tickets and cases Own Tier 1 Employee Relations cases from escalation through resolution Manage unemployment claims and employment authorization escalations Support visa sponsorship...

Job Description You know how to turn impact into funding. As Associate Manager, Institutional & Government Grant Writer, you will translate Uncommon Schools' work into clear, compelling proposals that secure critical funding for our mission. You will partner closely with program, finance, and development teams to gather insights, shape narratives, and ensure every submission is accurate, timely, and aligned to funder priorities. This role sits at the center of our fundraising efforts, helping to sustain and grow the resources that power our schools. Responsibilities Grant Writing & Proposal Development Write and edit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports for institutional and government funders Translate program data and outcomes into clear, compelling narratives Tailor submissions to align with funder priorities and requirements Project Management & Submission Execution Manage multiple grant timelines, ensuring all submissions are complete...

Job Description You will play a key role in supporting the systems and campaigns that power Uncommon Schools' fundraising efforts. As Associate Manager, Annual Giving & Development Operations, you will help ensure donors have a seamless experience while contributing to the growth of our annual fund. In this role, you will manage core development operations while also supporting donor outreach, campaign execution, and stewardship. You will work closely with colleagues across the development team to translate strong systems and follow-through into meaningful fundraising outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to deepen your experience in fundraising while building expertise in the operational side of development. Responsibilities Development Operations & Systems Manage donor data in Salesforce, ensuring accuracy across records, gift entry, acknowledgements, and reporting Oversee gift processing from receipt through acknowledgement, maintaining accuracy,...

Job Description Uncommon Schools seeks an accomplished, passionate Middle School Music (instrumental, band) Teacher to join our faculty. The position represents an exciting opportunity to join a growing program that is dedicated to developing excellence in musical talent throughout the K-12 education of our scholars. Our music pedagogy approach is grounded in balancing direct literacy and ensemble skills through ensemble-based learning on a variety of instruments (woodwinds, brass, percussion). Our music program includes building foundational literacy and performance skills on an instrument while exposing students to various music repertoires, styles, genres, and cultures through performance repertoire. The band teacher introduces the instruments to new band students while developing older students who have been a part of the program in classroom ensemble settings. We are currently hiring for two middle school campuses: one role for Instrumental Band one role for Instrumental...

Job Description At Uncommon Schools, Special Projects Coordinators (SPCs) execute key logistics and provide operational support that enable students and teachers alike to flourish. The SPC is the executor of various school systems including assessments, facilities, student food service, staff & student technology, and event planning. The SPC reports to the school's Director of Operations (DOO). As the Special Projects Coordinator , you will own the execution of the following workstreams: Family and student events, such as Report Card Conferences Internal quarterly assessments and state assessments, ensuring that all state testing compliance and state-specific regulations are followed Student food systems, coordinating the dispersal of all meals and partnership with food vendors Student and staff technology School visual décor and aesthetics, celebrating students and creating a welcoming environment Transportation systems Extra-curricular activities, enrichment...

Job Description Are you someone who loves bringing structure to complex work, building strong relationships, and helping teams operate smoothly behind the scenes? As the Associate Manager, Regional Operations, you'll play a key role in supporting school and regional leaders across New York by driving projects, managing communications, and ensuring important operational work moves forward effectively. In this role, you'll partner closely with regional leadership to coordinate initiatives, improve systems and processes, and support meaningful experiences for staff and leaders. Your work will help schools stay focused on delivering an excellent educational experience for students and families across Uncommon Schools. Responsibilities Regional Project & Operations Management Lead and manage regional projects and operational initiatives that support school and regional leadership Coordinate major events and retreats, including logistics, communication, and follow through...

Job Description Uncommon Schools has a proven track record of preparing students for a college pathway through world-class academics and opportunities for students to build and hone their talents. At Uncommon Schools, the Student Talent Manager (STM) owns the execution and management of all co-curricular and out-of-school programs that allow students to find and pursue their passion. The STM is the instructional and operational leader of Projects, owning all steps to plan, launch, and monitor the quality of this key school-wide initiative. The STM will report directly to the school's Academy Leader (AL). Instructional leadership of all projects, including ongoing data collection of project quality and regular delivery of feedback (including real-time, batch, and individual) Direct management of all external project leaders, including, but not limited to, hiring, onboarding, training, professional development and growth, and coaching instructional quality Managing the...

Job Description The College & Career Readiness Counselor reports to the school's Director of College Counseling and provides comprehensive postsecondary planning support to students who are not on a college pathway at Uncommon Charter High School. Comparable to a traditional college counselor, this role is specifically designed to support students across all postsecondary pathways, including college, career training, and workforce readiness, through highly individualized, strengths-based counseling and instruction. The College & Career Readiness Counselor teaches a College & Career Readiness course to all 11th- and 12th-grade students in the 15:1 program at UCHS to supports students in exploring their interests, identities, strengths, and goals, while building the academic, social-emotional, and practical skills needed to successfully transition to life after high school. By the end of the course, students will be able to: Identify personal strengths,...

Overview  The Education Pioneers Impact Fellowship provides talented high-potential leaders an opportunity to engage with critical challenges in the education sector, addressing systemic inequities and helping to close the opportunity gap. We recruit candidates with skills in data analysis, strategy, operations, and project management to partner with leading K-12 school districts, charter schools, and other education organizations, where they will lead critical long-term, systems-level projects. EP Fellows also receive leadership development programming and support through a cohort-based learning model.    Join a vibrant community of diverse peers, forge lasting connections, and gain invaluable exposure to critical issues and policies that accelerate a lasting and impactful career in education.   High-Impact Work Experience 10-month placement on a mission-critical project aligned with your professional background and skills...