Elementary School Teacher (K-5) 2026|27

Our World Neighborhood Charter Schools (OWNCS) educates students to become independent thinkers and lifelong learners. Our educational philosophy is based on inquiry, active and experiential learning, and social justice.

We are committed to providing strong educational opportunities for children in underserved communities. We believe in the importance of creating socio-economically and culturally diverse schools.

A successful candidate for this position will embody confidence, exercise good judgement and must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with various constituencies, including students, senior staff, co-workers, and teachers.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education or related discipline from US accredited university or college.
• Required - NYS Teacher’s Certification
• Knowledge of NY State Learning Standards
• Must have appropriate credentials as designated by New York State Education Department and in accordance with definitions and requirements to be designated a highly qualified and certified teacher as defined by NCLB.
• Must be authorized to work at OWN Charter Schools through appropriate NYSED fingerprint clearance.
• Must demonstrate competency in all areas of content responsibility and be computer literate.
  • Must be able to:
    • Communicate through superior written and oral communications skills.
    • Exhibit a high caliber of expertise in subject matter.
    • Work on multiple projects and respond to requests and deadlines in an accurate, timely manner.
    • Make sound decisions within the parameters of authority.
    • Be courteous, professional and tactful at all times.

• Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty, staff, board members, parents, students, authorizer and community.