Art Teacher (SY 26 - 27)

About Great Oaks Legacy Charter School

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a high-performing, innovative charter public school in Newark, NJ, serving students from Pre-K to 12th grade across multiple campuses. Our mission is to prepare Newark's students for success in college and beyond. We operate on the belief that all students have what it takes to succeed, evidenced by our historical college matriculation rate of 79%—nearly twice the national average for economically underrepresented students.

Our model is built on three guiding principles: creating a community of genuine relationships, being surgical in our approach to differentiation and support, and setting high expectations for academic growth and character development. Our staff consistently rate our commitment to students as the #1 reason they teach at our schools.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, mission-aligned Art Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. As an integral part of our school-based instructional team, you will report to the School Director with regular coaching and support from instructional coaches and Academic Deans.

You will be a model of the hard work, desire for learning, and character we expect of our students. Your day will involve executing detailed lesson plans mapped to a year-long academic plan, utilizing rigorous and engaging instructional strategies, and constantly responding to individual student learning needs. You will track and analyze student data to set ambitious goals, collaborate with colleagues to refine curriculum, and maintain an efficient, respectful, and positive classroom environment. Beyond the classroom, you will build strong relationships with students and families, supervising students during transitions and contributing to the orderly culture of the school.

Hiring Process

Candidates interested in joining our team should submit their application materials. For questions regarding our vaccination policy or reasonable accommodations, please contact HR at HR@greatoakslegacy.org.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility

GOLCS is committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We believe that racial justice and equity are critical to our mission. We strive to be an organization that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and elevates student voices in preparing them for life and college.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Great Oaks Legacy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.