ACCEL Schools Hiring for 4th Grade-6th Grade Math and Science Teacher (2022-2023 School Year) Job at Niles, OH Full Time

ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly qualified Elementary Teacher at Niles Preparatory Academy in Niles, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students in our upcoming 2022-2023 school year! We are seeking teachers who are passionate and dedicated to bringing the curriculum to life for each student. We want our teachers to be excited to create a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.

Founded in 2014, ACCEL Schools is a K-12 public charter school management organization (CMO) across the United States. We manage a network of over 50 charter schools within Ohio and surrounding states. Niles Preparatory Academy—Home of the Huskies—is the first tuition-free, public community school in Niles, serving students in Trumbull County and the Mahoning Valley. Co-located with St. Stephens Church, the safe, secure learning community for elementary students is a member of the ACCEL Schools network of high achieving charter schools. The school creates an engaging learning environment that accelerates student achievement and readiness without losing sight of student well-being and personal development. Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is emphasized throughout the curriculum and helps students learn to understand and manage their emotions. Teachers, staff, students, and parents embrace a culture of high expectations for both academics and behavior, creating a thriving learning community where students can mature into young adults prepared for college and career success. Students benefit from an accredited curriculum aligned with Ohio standards as well as opportunities to participate in school activities and intramural sports such as Basketball and Cheerleading.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
• Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction
• Manage student behavior in the classroom
• Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn in
• Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students
• Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms
• Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
• Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning
• Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as needed
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Active and current state teaching license in appropriate content area
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
• High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to properly manage confidential information
• Able to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
• Experience working within an urban environment

Benefits:

• Salary based on previous experience and education
• Benefit packages including medical, dental and vision – effective on date of hire
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Eligible to participate in applicable retirement plan (STRS or SERS), with company contribution
• Company paid basic term life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Additional basic life/AD&D insurance and whole life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance Program
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Bonuses and stipend opportunities
• Annual compensation adjustments
• Employee development and leadership opportunities

ACCEL Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer – it is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Each applicant for employment is considered solely based on job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bonafide occupational qualification exists.

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