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Dean of Curriculum & Instruction
Uncommon Schools
Rochester, USA
Full-time
Mid · 3+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 4 days ago
Full Job Posting
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
- 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
- A detailed list of all SY 26-27 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 [email protected].
- 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!
Qualifications
- Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools;
- Ability to plan and lead effective teacher professional development;
- Strong teaching skills;
- Proficient in lesson plan development;
- Strong people management skills, including the ability to effectively navigate difficult conversations and hold staff, scholars, and families accountable in a supportive manner;
- Systems-based thinking and previous experience creating academic systems, as well as teacher development systems;
- Ability to strategically manage and prioritize time and tasks effectively to fully meet the needs of their school, with a lens toward systems thinking;
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; flexible, able to work autonomously and take direction as needed;
- Familiarity and success with–or commitment to–implementing Uncommon’s core tenets of instructional leadership (e.g., See It-Name It-Do It framework, Leverage Leadership principles)
- Required experience: 3+ years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement; Demonstrated instructional coaching capabilities that contribute to teacher growth and development; Strong content knowledge, across multiple gradespans or content areas; Bachelor’s Degree.
- 3+ years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement;
- Demonstrated instructional coaching capabilities that contribute to teacher growth and development;
- Strong content knowledge, across multiple gradespans or content areas;
- Bachelor’s Degree.
About Uncommon Schools
K-12 Education2822 employeesFounded 1997
Nonprofit charter management organization operating public K–12 schools for students from low-income communities.
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