Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Special Education Instruction, IEP Development, 504 Plan Development, Differentiated Instruction, Curriculum Modification
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Curriculum Instruction, Data Analysis, Classroom Management, Literary Analysis, Differentiated Instruction
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Curriculum Implementation, Data Analysis, Differentiated Instruction, Classroom Management, Student Assessment
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$76k–$121k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Special Education Instruction, IEP Management, Academic Testing, Classroom Observation, Curriculum Design
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Inquiry-Based Learning, Curriculum Implementation, Data Analysis, Classroom Management, Student Discourse
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Mathematics Instruction, Curriculum Implementation, Data Analysis, Classroom Management, Differentiated Instruction
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Implementation, Data Analysis, Classroom Management, Student-Led Discourse
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: NGSS Curriculum, Inquiry-Based Learning, Data Analysis, Classroom Management, Differentiated Instruction
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Spanish Language Proficiency, Curriculum Development, Instructional Strategies, Data Analysis, Classroom Management
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$72k–$115k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Textual Analysis, Analytical Writing, Curriculum Instruction, Data Analysis, Differentiated Instruction
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$117k–$146k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Major Gift Fundraising, Portfolio Management, Donor Cultivation, Donor Stewardship, Philanthropic Investment
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$89k–$104k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Data Management, Compliance Reporting, Project Management, Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$71k–$116k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Mathematics Instruction, Data Analysis, Curriculum Implementation, Classroom Management, Differentiated Instruction
Camden, New Jersey, United States · On-site
$56k–$80k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Musical Theater, Acting, Singing, Dancing, Curriculum Development
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$72k–$115k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Special Education Instruction, IEP Development, 504 Plan Management, Differentiated Instruction, Curriculum Modification
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$78k–$115k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, Behavior Management, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Case Management
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$78k–$115k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, Behavior Management, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Case Management
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$78k–$115k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, Behavior Management, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Case Management
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$117k–$146k/yr
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Frontline Fundraising, Major Gift Solicitation, Donor Stewardship, Portfolio Management, Relationship Building
New York, New York, United States · On-site
Company Description 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, C…
Skills: Data Entry, Student Supervision, Administrative Support, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills
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The teacher will modify and deliver an inclusive curriculum while developing and monitoring IEPs and 504 plans for students with special needs. Responsibilities include collaborating with families and staff to provide academic, emotional, and physical support through various instructional models.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate a commitment to urban education. While initial certification is not required for hire, candidates must obtain state teacher certification and pass specific MTEL tests within the first year.
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!
Uncommon Special Education teachers are passionate about developing and monitoring accommodations for students with special needs. Special Education teachers advocate for students and believe that specialized instruction and related services increase academic achievement. Special Education teachers offer academic, emotional, and physical support while maintaining high expectations.
Teachers are qualified to teach independently if the teacher holds one of the following qualifications for the appropriate grade and severity level:
If a teacher does not hold any of the qualifications above, the teacher may only deliver specialized instruction if:
And
Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.
Compensation for this role is between $71,000 to $116,000.
Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $71,000.
The range above represents our compensation scales for the 2026-2027 school year. If starting prior to June 30th, 2026, compensation will be based on a slightly lower range, reflective of current compensation scales. New hires who fall into this category will see an increase in their compensation starting on July 1st, 2026 for next school year which aligns to the scale above.
*A detailed list of all 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 .
✅Uncompromising commitment to excellence ✅Unwavering drive for improvement ✅Unstoppable team working together for kids!
We believe a college degree should be within reach for every young person in this nation. We start and manage outstanding urban public charter schools that close the opportunity gap and prepare students from economically disadvantaged communities to graduate from college.
Offices: 100 Church St, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10007, US
✅Uncompromising commitment to excellence ✅Unwavering drive for improvement ✅Unstoppable team working together for kids!
We believe a college degree should be within reach for every young person in this nation. We start and manage outstanding urban public charter schools that close the opportunity gap and prepare students from economically disadvantaged communities to graduate from college.
Offices: 100 Church St, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10007, US
