Who We Are

John Rex Charter Schools is a dynamic, community-embedded public charter school located in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. We leverage downtown partnerships, collaborative learning environments, and our belief in the whole child to create an innovative educational experience that elevates every learner.

Our "John Rex Way" is rooted in deeply held beliefs:

• Belonging and community:

We believe learning begins with belonging; in classrooms, in community, and in relationships.

• People and excellence:

We believe our people are our greatest strength and through collaboration, clarity, and growth, we elevate our collective impact.

• Learning and growth:

We believe every student can achieve at high levels when learning is engaging, challenging, and student-centered.

• Joy and purpose:

We believe joy is essential to learning as it fuels curiosity, connection, and pride in our work.

Our core values - Relationships, Rigor, and Relevance - guide our academic and cultural approach. They come to life through project-based and cooperative learning, joyful classrooms, strong community partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to each student’s potential.

Who You Are

You are a content expert and student-centered educator who believes students thrive when instruction is rigorous, relevant, and relational.

You are someone who:

• Has deep knowledge of your content area.
• Designs engaging, standards-aligned instruction.
• Connects learning to real-world relevance and community context.
• Embraces project-based and cooperative learning.
• Builds strong relationships with students while maintaining high expectations.
• Uses data to drive instructional decisions.
• Prepares students for college, career, and lifelong learning.

What You’ll Do

The Secondary Teacher delivers rigorous, engaging instruction aligned to state standards and the academic vision of John Rex Charter Schools. Teachers create structured and joyful classroom environments that challenge students intellectually and support their growth socially and emotionally.

Core Responsibilities

Instruction & Planning

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned instruction in assigned content area(s).
• Integrate project-based and cooperative learning strategies.
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners.
• Prepare students for state assessments and postsecondary pathways.

Classroom Culture & Management

• Establish structured and positive classroom systems.
• Teach and reinforce school-wide expectations.
• Support adolescent social-emotional development.
• Learn and implement Great Expectations.
• Learn and implement Cooperative Learning.

Assessment & Data

• Use MAPS, OSTP, and classroom assessments to monitor student progress.
• Participate in PLCs and data meetings.
• Provide timely feedback to students.

Collaboration & Community Engagement

• Collaborate with colleagues across content areas.
• Support extracurricular activities and school initiatives.
• Engage families and community partners when appropriate.

Leadership Profile

The ideal Secondary Teacher is:

• A strong content expert.
• A structured and relational classroom leader.
• A collaborative team member.
• A reflective practitioner committed to growth.
• A champion of rigor, relevance, and relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid Oklahoma teaching certification required.
• Demonstrated success in classroom instruction.
• Strong understanding of standards-based instruction and assessment.
• Commitment to the mission and values of John Rex Charter Schools.

Contract and Work Environment

• 10-month instructional position aligned to the academic calendar.
• Reports directly to the Campus Principal.
• Executes teacher initiatives as directed by the Chief Academic Officer.

Key Impact Areas

• Student academic achievement and growth.
• College and career readiness preparation.
• Strong classroom culture and engagement.
• Effective collaboration within the school community.