Teacher, 9th Grade Biology, Troy Prep High School
Preethy Gowrinathan
"In the time I've been with Uncommon, I’ve grown from a novice teacher to being on the pathway to instructional leadership. The support I receive ranges from content-specific data meetings through regular one-on-one check-ins with my instructional lead to school-wide professional development. Being a part of an organization that empowers teachers and propels their passion for teaching with the right skills to hone their craft is truly a gift."
Principal, Roxbury Prep Dorchester Campus
Dan Cosgrove
“I am a part of an ‘A-Team’ of teachers, deans, instructional coaches, counselors, and operations leaders who are continuously working for one goal—to provide our scholars with the best education in the state. Our staff culture is built around supporting each other to increase our effectiveness individually and collectively."
Principal, Leadership Prep Bedford Stuyvesant Elementary Academy
Ishani Mehta
“I am consistently growing my skills—in content knowledge, people management, school leadership, and more—at Uncommon Schools. From professional development session to one-on-one feedback meetings with my Assistant Superintendent, I am learning and becoming a more effective leader every day."
Director of Operations, Troy Prep Elementary School
Mike Good
"Working with a group of talented and mission-driven people day in and day out to serve our families is truly inspiring. You come to work each day and you get to tackle a piece of this challenging work with all of our stakeholders: the staff, scholars, and their families."
Senior Associate Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Jennifer Baxi
"This is an organization that deeply cares about and invests in their people both personally and professionally. When I first started at Uncommon, I was an entry-level Coordinator. Five years later, after investments my managers have made in me through regular cycles of feedback, professional development, and the opportunities to stretch my skills, I now have the privilege of overseeing our celebrated Summer Teaching Fellowship program as a Senior Associate Director."
Teacher, 5th Grade Math, Rochester Prep Middle School - West Campus
Shaniqua Johnson
"I empower my students to take charge of their learning. By having my students study independently at home, I’m instilling the value of using resources and making connections outside of school. It’s in moments like these that Uncommon’s mission—to get all students to and through college—shines."
