Mathematics Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Early College Academy; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4‑day work week

Optional Fridays for tutoring

Small class sizes

No extracurricular duties

Job summary

Early College Academy in Columbus, OH seeks a high school mathematics teacher (Algebra 1/2 and Geometry) to join a supportive team. The role emphasizes a focused teaching load, small class sizes, and a 4‑day work week with Friday tutoring optional for additional pay.

The position requires a valid Ohio high school teaching license for mathematics and a commitment to helping disenfranchised students earn college credit through a strong graduation trajectory.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Ohio teaching license for high school mathematics.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Comfort with a diverse classroom and inclusive teaching.
• Energetic, flexible, and resourceful teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging math activities beyond textbook learning.
• Be proficient with Ohio Graduation Assessments and state standards.
• Attend weekly professional development meetings.
• Utilize technology effectively in classroom instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning.
• Commit to helping students graduate from high school with college credit.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and interventions.
• Mentor students and monitor progress over time.
• Build cooperative relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Note: no extracurricular activities are required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Diversity & inclusion

High energy

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Education

Ohio Mathematics Education Certification

Job description

Job Description

High School Math: Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Geometry

Job Highlights

• Ideal teaching opportunity for retired teacher looking to supplement retirement income
• Ideal pathway for those beginning or continuing a teaching career in a supportive environment with focused teaching load
• Small class size
• No extracurricular duties
• Monday through Thursday work week
• Traditional school year calendar
• Early College Academy is a charter school that is a Dropout Prevention Credit Recovery High School. Our charter is sponsored by the Educational Service center of Central Ohio, whose mission is to engage disenfranchised students, low income youth, first-generation college goers, English language learners, students of color and other young people underrepresented in higher education in a curriculum that has the potential for qualified students to earn college credit. Early College Academy is on a 4-day work week, Monday - Thursday. Fridays are optional half day opportunity to work for additional pay by tutoring students, contacting parents, and an opportunity to work on assignments, career counseling and to close the academic gap.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Ohio High School Teaching license
• Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible, resourceful, enthusiastic and high energy level
• Must have valid driver's license and personal transportation

Responsibilities

• Be willing to create engaging instructional activities that go beyond textbook learning
• Be competent in all areas of Ohio Graduation Assessments
• Once weekly Professional Development meeting for faculty
• Be willing to use technology effectively in the classroom
• Be willing and able to team with colleagues
• Commit to students and the ultimate goal of High School graduation
• Maintain accurate data and records to document all activities and services provided
• Analyze quarterly grades, district assessments for student progress
• Mentor and follow through with the identified students over a sustained period of time
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with students, school personnel and families
• There are no extracurricular activities, sports, clubs or duties assigned to this job.

Work Schedule

Monday - Thursday 7:15- 2:45

Optional Fridays for additional pay: 9:00 - noon

School Contact

Early College Academy
137 E. State Street
Columbus, OH 43215

Danny Graves, Superintendent: [e-mail]

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
  [Ohio] State Certification as a Mathematics Education Teacher.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors or Masters from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status

Exempt