Qureos Mentor

Our World Neighborhood Charter School

<div>About OWNCS

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. 
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Minimum of a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in education or related discipline from US accredited university or college.</li><li>
Required - NYS Special Education Teacher&rsquo;s Certification</li><li>
Knowledge of NY State Learning Standards</li><li>
Knowledge of SETTS (Special Education Teacher Support Services)</li><li>
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.</li><li>
Must be authorized to work at OWN Charter Schools through appropriate NYSED fingerprint clearance.</li><li>
Must demonstrate competency in all areas of content responsibility and be computer literate.</li></ul>

Must be able to:
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Communicate through superior written and oral communications skills.</li><li>
Exhibit a high caliber of expertise in subject matter.</li><li>
Work on multiple projects and respond to requests and deadlines in an accurate, timely manner.</li><li>
Make sound decisions within the parameters of authority.</li><li>
Be courteous, professional and tactful at all times.</li><li>
Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty, staff, board members, parents, students, authorizer and community.</li></ul>
OWN 1 Middle School is seeking dynamic, talented teachers to provide exemplary instructional practices, work hard to meet the high-accountability demands and close achievement gaps. Our ideal candidate will bring a passion for the mission of OWNCS, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents, and a desire for working in a school setting that fosters a love for children.

To serve as a teacher for OWN Charter Schools. To provide students with a first-class learning experience that maximizes their intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development, including the development of their ability to apply their intellect to solving problems and contribute to their communities as enlightened and responsible citizens.

Primary Tasks
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Share commitment to the success of the mission, vision, goals, and objectives of OWN Charter Schools.</li><li>
Support and fully participate in a school culture that focuses on student and adult learning.</li><li>
Set high expectations and standards for the achievement of students and own personal performance.</li><li>
Offer content and instruction that ensures student achievement of school&rsquo;s academic standards.</li><li>
Support the school&rsquo;s philosophy that values continuous learning for adults tied to student learning and other school goals.</li><li>
Use multiple sources of data collection to analyze barriers to student achievement and to access, identify and apply to instructional improvement.</li><li>
Provide opportunities for the community to be involved in student and school success.</li></ul>

Pay &amp; Benefits
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Salary Range: $70,108 &ndash; $107,751, based on education, certification, years of relevant experience, and verified prior service, in alignment with our established salary scale. Employees with 30 credits beyond a master&rsquo;s degree are eligible for additional competitive compensation.
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Schedule: 10-month position with pay and benefits distributed evenly over 12 months to ensure consistent income and continuous coverage year-round.
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Comprehensive Benefits Package

Healthcare Coverage
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Fully employer-funded medical, dental, and vision plans
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Financial Wellness
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401(k) with immediate vesting
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3% safe harbor employer contribution, plus a 100% match on the first 3% you contribute
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Annual contribution limit of $23,000 (with a $7,500 catch-up for eligible employees)
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Commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, and student loan forgiveness eligibility
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Work-Life Balance
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10 paid PTO days
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Additional vacation, sick leave, and holiday time
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Wellness Perks
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Gym reimbursement and wellness incentives
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Exclusive discounts through Working Advantage
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Mental Health Support
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Free Talkspace therapy access
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling and resources
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Peace of Mind
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Fully covered life insurance, disability coverage, paid family leave, FMLA protections, workers&rsquo; compensation, and identity theft protection to keep you financially secure and supported during life&rsquo;s unexpected events.</li></ul></div>

Special Education Teacher (Grade 6-8) - 2025|2026

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Special Education Teacher (Grade 6-8) - 2025|2026