High School Teacher

The Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium; Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution seeks a dedicated High School Teacher to foster an effective learning environment in Xenia, Ohio. The successful candidate will develop and implement quality educational programs tailored to students' abilities and needs while maintaining strong professional relationships with staff and families. This role demands a Bachelor's degree, valid Ohio teaching certification, and a commitment to promoting student achievement and growth in compliance with educational standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio's Learning Standards and model curriculum.
• Experience working with diverse learners and students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality educational programs for student abilities.
• Create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Maintain positive rapport with students and staff.

Skills

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to teach social thinking and social skills

Knowledge of the Ohio Department of Education Model Curriculum

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree

Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license

Job description

Location: Summit Academy for Alternative Learners – Xenia

Position Type: High School Teaching

Date Posted: 6/25/2025

District: Summit Academy School

Summary / Objective

The Teacher provides students under his/her direct supervision with a quality educational program appropriate for their ability, subject, growth, and personal characteristics. The Teacher’s role is to create an inviting and effective learning environment that supports student achievement and personal development in alignment with Summit Academy Management’s mission and instructional design.

Instructional Skills / Abilities

• Effectively planning for instruction.
• Employing a variety of instructional methods and techniques to meet student needs.
• Demonstrating thorough knowledge of the subject matter being taught.
• Creating an inviting and engaging learning environment.
• Encouraging proper care and use of equipment, furnishings, and materials.
• Being receptive to new instructional ideas and approaches.
• Demonstrating enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
• Using the written and spoken word correctly.
• Teaching social thinking and social skills to students.
• Evaluating and reporting student progress on the approved reporting tool as scheduled.
• Following Summit Academy’s Instructional Design.

Classroom Management

• Establishing and maintaining positive rapport with students and staff.
• Developing and maintaining a consistent classroom routine.
• Setting clear expectations for students.
• Upholding school rules and policies.
• Implementing the PBIS Behavior System.

Professional Attitude and Relationships

• Interacting in a professional manner with Summit Academy staff.
• Collaborating effectively and respectfully with colleagues.
• Demonstrating a positive attitude toward colleagues, students, parents/guardians, special service personnel, support staff, administrators, and visitors/public.

Professional Growth

• Participating in professional improvement activities.
• Serving on school and/or district‑wide curriculum committees.
• Planning, implementing, and completing an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) as prescribed by the Local Professional Development Committee (LPDC).
• Participating in the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES).

Personal Characteristics

• Maintaining professional behavior at all times.
• Dressing professionally in accordance with school standards.

Competencies

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to generate, record, and maintain information and statistical data.
• Ability to administer, score, and interpret tests of individual achievement.
• Knowledge of the Ohio Department of Education Model Curriculum and Ohio’s Learning Standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student records and school business.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional school environment and routinely uses standard office and classroom equipment.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, frequently required to stand, walk, and drive. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distance vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This position follows the School/Teacher calendar and may require work outside of standard operating hours.

Travel

Travel may be required for professional development, training, or meetings.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree.
• Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license.
• Meet Federal Properly Certified Teacher standards as determined by ESEA.
• Appropriate criminal background clearance from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio’s Learning Standards and model curriculum.
• Experience with diverse learners and students with disabilities.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and may change at any time with or without notice. All other responsibilities as set forth by the School Director and CEO of Summit Academy Management.