3rd-5th Grade Teacher

Responsive Education Solutions; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Ohio Classical Academy is seeking Classroom Teachers and Specialist Teachers to deliver content-rich lessons based on classical pedagogy and nurture student growth. Teachers manage their classrooms, plan effectively, and implement a rigorous classical program in a dynamic learning environment.

The role involves collaboration with the leadership team, ongoing assessment of student progress, and participation in weekly staff meetings to align with school goals.

Qualifications

• Plan and deliver content-rich lessons aligned with classical pedagogy.
• Maintain classroom management to foster positive learning.
• Collaborate with staff to align teaching with school goals.

Responsibilities

• Creates and executes lesson plans aligned with Heart of Ohio Classical Academy’s curricula.
• Uses instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Develops classroom management strategies to support a positive learning environment.
• Administers and monitors state standardized and internal assessments.
• Regularly assesses student performance and adjusts instruction accordingly.
• Collaborates with teachers, staff, and leadership to improve teaching practices.

Job description

Classroom Teachers & Specialist Teachers

Classroom and Specialist Teachers at Northeast Ohio Classical Academy are committed to the ongoing intellectual and moral growth of all students. They are responsible for embracing classical pedagogy for a nurturing, dynamic, and academically rigorous environment following the school's classical education philosophy. Teachers are trusted with the day-to-day management of their classroom, planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate Classical program. They provide a content-rich education that stimulates young minds and feeds their hunger for learning while nourishing their hearts on a developmental journey. The teachers report directly to the Deans and the Headmaster.

Aligning to Northeast Ohio Classical Academy Mission and Vision

• Shape Lives Beyond the Classroom: Make a lasting impact on students' lives by mentoring and coaching students while applying classical wisdom, moral character, and lifelong learning.
• Join a Cohort of Scholars: Collaborate with a dedicated team of like-minded classical educators who see this unique opportunity as a hope for the future

Key Responsibilities

• Creates and executes successful lesson plans that represent a deep understanding of subject material in line with Heart of Ohio Classical Academy’s content-rich curriculum.
• Employs effective teacher-led instructional strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students, including lectures, group discussions, and hands-on learning activities that lead to student mastery.
• Develop and implement classroom management strategies that create decorum in support of a positive and focused learning environment.
• Administers and monitors all state standardized and internal assessments in accordance with schoolwide policies and practices.
• Regularly assesses and analyzes student performance using various methods, providing feedback and adjusting instructional techniques to meet individual student needs.
• Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and the Leadership Team to enhance the instructional environment and improve teaching practices aligned with school goals and participates in weekly staff meetings (or as prescribed by the Headmaster).
• Works with Intervention Specialists for prescribed learning necessary for students that have an IEP 7 in place (tracking, providing services, reporting, attending meetings, etc.).
• Works with building leadership for prescribed learning necessary for students that have a 504 plan (tracking, providing services, reporting, attending meetings, etc.).
• Maintains professional and ethical standards in all interactions and communications with students, parents, colleagues, and the community.