K-8 STEAM Teacher

STEM TEACHER

POSITION POSTED: 8/27/2026

FULL-TIME POSITION

HOURS: 40+

DEADLINE TO APPLY 

One City Schools believes in identifying and hiring the best possible candidates to serve our scholars, families and school community. The position will remain open until we find our best fit STEAM Teacher.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Teacher for our elementary and middle school students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in STEAM education, a commitment to fostering a love of learning, and the ability to create an engaging and dynamic classroom environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Curriculum Development and Implementation:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive STEAM curriculum that meets the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) standards.
  • Integrate technology, arts, and hands-on learning experiences into the curriculum.
  • Create lesson plans that are engaging, differentiated, and aligned with state and national standards.
• Instruction:
  • Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction to elementary and middle school students.
  • Utilize various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and collaboration.
• Assessment and Evaluation:
  • Develop and administer assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding.
  • Use data to inform instruction and provide timely feedback to students and parents.
  • Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.
• Professional Development:
  • Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in STEAM education.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to share resources and strategies for effective teaching.
• Community and Family Engagement:
  • Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to keep them informed of their child's progress and school activities.
  • Participate in school events and activities to build strong relationships with students, families, and the community.

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

• Model One City’s Habits of Character: integrity, self-respect, compassion, perseverance and a willingness to encourage and allow scholars to take risks;
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including punctual, consistent attendance and appropriate use of planning time;
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues while demonstrating commitment to teamwork;
• Strive to communicate the positive aspects of One City Schools to the public in word and deed;
• Help maintain a clean, orderly and welcoming educational environment and facility;
• At all times and shows grace and support when engaging children, parents and guests who utilize or visit One City; 
• Demonstration of excellence with judgment, decision making, problem-solving skills and an innovative mindset;
• Energetic, flexible and open-minded; a willingness to embrace strategic change based on best interests of our scholars;
• Self-reflective and proactive with a growth mindset, including the desire to receive and give feedback.

 

ROLE SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, STEM, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license in Elementary Education or Middle Childhood-Early Adolescence with a STEM emphasis.

Experience:

• Previous teaching experience in STEM subjects at the elementary or middle school level preferred.
• Experience with project-based learning and integrating technology into the classroom is highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of STEM content and effective instructional strategies.
• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the community.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Strong commitment to the mission, vision, goals and objectives of One City.
• Commitment to working with children from diverse racial/cultural populations and their families, experience preferred. 
• Ability to regularly and routinely lift and push at least 50 pounds.
• Completion of a background check required.

WHAT WE OFFER TEACHERS: COMPENSATION AND EVALUATION

One City offers salaries and wages that are competitive within our local market and area public schools, as well as comprehensive benefits to all full-time employees. Benefits include:



 

 

• Salaries: Dependent on education, experience, and demonstrated impact on student achievement
• 11-month assignment with a standard workday and dedicated planning time each week
• Comprehensive professional development in student-driven, project-based learning models
• Generous time-off program, including 14 Days of PTO and holidays, spring break and winter break (follows MMSD)
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental and vision)
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Your age-eligible child automatically admitted to an open seat at One City Schools 
• Life Insurance and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Compensation will be consistent with One City’s approved compensation plan as stipulated by the Board of Directors.

BACKGROUND ON ONE CITY SCHOOLS

Established in 2014, One City Schools, Inc. is a nonprofit school management organization based in Madison, Wisconsin that operates high quality preschools and public charter 4K - 12 schools in Wisconsin. One City's mission is to seed a new model of public education that ensures children and teens are on track to succeed in a college or career preparatory program from birth through high school graduation. We are dedicated to ensuring that our Scholars live and lead with good character, practice self-care and personal wellness, and possess the requisite knowledge, skills, motivation, adaptability, and preparation to make the world better through acts of community service, and whatever careers or occupations they will choose in the future.

 

One City Preschool (OCP) is an accredited, award-winning, tuition-based early childhood learning center operated by One City Schools, Inc. that serves children ages 3 months through 4 years. We facilitate and support your child’s early learning, development, and wellness within a play-based learning environment, which leads to their success and a joy for learning in grade school and beyond. OCP is accredited by the City of Madison (WI) Child Care Division and recognized as a 5-Star (out of 5) childcare program by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. Note: OCP also operates a preschool serving infants and one-year-olds, but these age levels are currently only available to the staff of One City Schools.

 

One City Elementary School (OCES) is a tuition-free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing children 3 months of age to 5 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2018 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCES empowers its young scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on reading, writing and STEM, along with personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high-quality work, equips children for success in middle school and beyond.

 

One City Preparatory Academy (OCPA) is a tuition-free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing young people in grades 6 through 12 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2022 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCPA empowers its scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high-quality work equips its students for success in high school, college and beyond.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

One City is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all team members and applicants, and to maintaining a work environment in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity.