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Join Our Team at Uncommon Schools!

Company Description

At Uncommon Schools , we are more than just a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools. We are a community dedicated to transforming the educational landscape for students in economically disadvantaged areas. With schools in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are on a mission to close the college completion gap and prepare every student for a bright future. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, a testament to our commitment to their success. We deeply invest in our educators, providing 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!

About the Role: Physical Education Teacher

As an Uncommon Physical Education (PE) Teacher , you will ignite a passion for an active lifestyle in every student. Our PE instruction is dynamic, culturally-responsive, and designed to foster teamwork and healthy habits. You will be part of a community that values respect, hard work, and celebrates both academic and non-academic achievements.

Your Responsibilities

1. Instruction

• Create a safe and interactive environment where students feel empowered to engage in physical activity.
• Develop students' physical fitness through team-building activities, independent exercises, and structured sports and games.
• Help students build healthy habits in both mindset and physical activity.
• Teach an engaging and culturally responsive PE curriculum tailored to diverse learners.

2. School Culture

• Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
• Partner with families to provide the necessary resources for their child's learning needs.
• Engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
• Participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to foster community and model our core values.
• Collaborate with your grade-level team to set academic goals and refine instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners for the benefit of students.
• A self-directed learner who actively seeks and implements feedback to improve outcomes.
• Required Experience:
  • 1-2 years of experience impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities preferred.
  • Expertise in high school education, physical education, sports science, kinesiology, or collegiate athletics.
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher is required before employment begins. Certification is not necessary to apply, but passing state teacher certification tests will be required for employment in Massachusetts.

Working Conditions

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer a supportive environment that values equity and fairness, ensuring we attract and retain top talent.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: The salary for this role ranges from $57,000 to $89,000, based on factors such as relevant teaching experience and educational qualifications. Candidates without full-time teaching experience will likely start at $57,000.

Benefits Include:

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, along with pre-tax flexible spending accounts.
• Financial planning support, including a pension through the Mass. Teachers Retirement System and a 403(b) retirement savings program.
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.).
• Mental health and counseling support, plus wellness benefits.

*A detailed list of all benefits is available upon request.

Our Commitment to Diversity

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 reflects the diverse perspectives and experiences of the communities we serve, with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. We value respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. We 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.

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