About the Team ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Art Teacher at Akron Preparatory Academy in Akron, Ohio, dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. 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.
Be part of the difference at Akron Preparatory Academy!
Akron Preparatory Academy is a public charter school providing K-8th grade students with a well-rounded, college prep education. Located on a historic campus with excellent educational facilities, the school is celebrating 10 years of serving the families of Akron and Summit counties. Akron Prep is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.
About the Opportunity: Responsibilities of the Teacher include to-
Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school yearDifferentiate instruction to meet the needs of all studentsMaintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and developmentUtilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instructionManage student behavior in the classroomCreate a positive classroom environment for students to learn inUtilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the studentsImplement school-wide culture expectations and normsCommunicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their childIncorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learningParticipate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as neededCollaborate and communicate effectively with colleaguesPerform other duties as assignedAbout You: Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in appropriate content areaBachelor's degree in education or related fieldHigh level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoringExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to properly manage confidential informationAble 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 environmentAbout Us "We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder
ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
We offer the following benefits:
Life benefits – time & peace of mind Paid time offRetirement contributionsOptional Basic Life and AD&D insuranceVoluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locationsHealth benefits – stay well & thrive Medical, dental, and vision insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary short-term disability insuranceVoluntary long-term disability insuranceCareer benefits – keep growing Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionalsEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
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