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Location: Henrietta
Company Description Uncommon Schools
(Uncommon) is a nonprofit organization that starts and manages outstanding urban charter public schools that close the achievement gap and prepare low-income students to graduate from college.
Uncommon builds uncommonly great schools by developing and managing regional networks that are philosophically aligned and highly accountable and by designing and implementing “best-in-class” teacher training.
The organization has achieved outstanding academic results based on internal assessments, statewide exams, and graduation milestones.
Its schools consistently outperform their district schools and are among the highest-performing urban schools in their cities and states. To learn more about Uncommon :
uncommon schools.org/our-schools/uncommon-cities
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Job Description GENERAL SUMMARY:
The
Middle School Literacy Specialist
will be a visionary for students who are at-risk for academic underperformance due to reading and writing challenges. This person will support students to succeed in the rigorous academic programs offered at Rochester Prep.
This role will focus on leading and delivering literacy interventions, that aim to close gaps in reading and writing, to students who are considered at-risk or students with specific learning disabilities.
The Literacy Specialists will be instrumental in giving students access to grade level curriculum through literacy equity.
Reports to:
Building Principal ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Oversee and deliver multi-tier literacy intervention services for students in grades 5 – 8. Monitor progress of students and share with school team leaders, teachers, and families. Create an inclusive and safe environment where students feel empowered to become self-guided learners. Collaborate with general and special education teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze and respond to trends in student work and assessments.
Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard. Partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support learning needs. Participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
Qualifications A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and investment in our vision for being an anti-racist organization. A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development. An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students. A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
Required Experience:
A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred). Academic expertise in Literacy, Special Education, the Humanities, Social Sciences, or related fields of study. Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Certification is not required to be hired at Uncommon, but you do need to meet NY state certification eligibility requirements.
To meet these requirements, you must enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during your employment with us if you do not have a degree in education. Uncommon Schools teachers are required to become certified in the state of New York within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
Additional Information Our people are what makes us Uncommon.
We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values—equity, transparency, and clarity—to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise.
Our staff receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality education to our students and families. Compensation for this position:
The starting compensation for this role based in Rochester is between $50,000 to $64,700. The starting pay will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.
Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members. Other
Benefits:
Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks (spring, winter, and summer) + additional sustainability half days throughout the school year Extensive, best-in-class training and development Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts Financial planning & wellness
403(b) retirement savings program + employer match 529 college savings program Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance Financial
planning tools and assistance
Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts Paid leave of absence
Fully paid parental leave Fully paid medical leave Additional paid Short Term and Long Term…