New, unsteady leadership that prioritizes image above results - High School Math Teacher Uncommon Schools Employee Review

2.0
4 Jun 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Fairly generous compensation package, considering amount of experience Relaxed PTO and paternal leave policies Due to the school being in its infancy, opportunities to make your mark are bountiful

Cons

Inconsistent and largely unsympathetic leadership that promotes "making the school look good" to its parent company (Uncommon Schools) than on actual student results, which leads to high turnover rate among teachers. Unnecessarily strict policies toward students that actively inhibit learning, despite claimed good intentions. High transfer rate for students as a result.

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5.0
19 Feb 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Provides amazing training for new staff

Cons

At times, sustainability can be an issue

5.0
28 Sept 2012
Recommend
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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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