Orwellian Environment - Math Teacher Uncommon Schools Employee Review

1.0
9 Nov 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Decent starting pay, especially for teachers with no experience.

Cons

The amount of work you are given a day is well over 10 hours. When I spoke with management about this, they gaslighted me into thinking that it was possible to finish all prep work, grading, etc. in the 9 hours you're in the building. After filling my entire schedule up with tasks like "15-minute break: grade assignments," I asked: so when do I eat lunch? Answer: you don't. You are also not at all taught how to teach, or given a say in what you do in the classroom. You are given a daily script to deliver that you are expected to memorize, and meetings with leadership are frequent and entirely revolved around behavior management tactics with the students that are... problematic, to say the least.

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5.0
19 Feb 2026
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Pros

Provides amazing training for new staff

Cons

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5.0
28 Sept 2012
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Pros

Uncommon Schools is a really positive, warm environment. People work hard and have tons of joy in their collaboration!

Cons

We are growing quickly, so the work load is busy! This isn't really a con, just something for new folks to be aware of :)

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