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Principal Fellow
Uncommon Schools
Camden, USA
Full-time
Senior · 3+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 4 days ago
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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
- Retirement benefits available based on role eligibility
- 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;
- Passionate commitment to expand knowledge, skills, and opportunities for students both in and out of school;
- Dedication to building culturally responsive learning partnerships with students, teachers, and families;
- Demonstrates tenacity, personal responsibility, a founder’s mentality, and a commitment to continual professional growth;
- Strong people management skills, including the ability to effectively navigate difficult conversations and hold staff, scholars, and families accountable in a supportive manner;
- Ability to develop and maintain a strong staff culture that is clearly focused on realizing our Uncommon mission;
- Strong data analysis skills;
- Ability to provide high-leverage feedback via classroom observations;
- 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: At least 3 years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement; At least 1 year of experience coaching, leading, and/or managing teachers (e.g., Assistant Principal, Dean of Curriculum, Instructional Leader, grade level chair, content/department chair); Experience teaching core subjects (e.g., Math, ELA, Science, History) is preferred. A Bachelor's degree.
- At least 3 years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement;
- At least 1 year of experience coaching, leading, and/or managing teachers (e.g., Assistant Principal, Dean of Curriculum, Instructional Leader, grade level chair, content/department chair);
- Experience teaching core subjects (e.g., Math, ELA, Science, History) is preferred.
- A 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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