High School College Career Readiness Student Success Teacher

High School College Career Readiness Student Success Teacher

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Job : 5917464
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 3:22 PM (UTC)

Organization:
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy (CCPA)

Location:

Cincinnati, OH
Position Type:
Full-Time, 186-Day Schedule

Reports To:

High School Principal

About Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy (CCPA) is a public charter school dedicated to empowering students through academic rigor, character development, and college readiness. CCPA prepares students for lifelong learning, civic responsibility, and post-secondary success.

Position Overview
We are seeking an energetic, mission-driven educator to serve as our High School College & Career Readiness / Student Success Teacher. This role anchors two critical stages in high school development: establishing foundational academic and civic habits in freshmen, and guiding seniors through the transition into post-secondary life.

The teaching load consists of 5 total daily sections:

• 2 Sections of 9th Grade Foundations:
  Coaching freshmen in executive functioning, citizenship, character development, and critical thinking.
• 3 Sections of 12th Grade Senior Seminar:
  Guiding seniors through college research, career exploration, scholarship discovery, and application completion.

9th Grade Sections:
Academic Foundations & Citizenship (2 Sections)

• Academic
  
  Coaching:
  
  Teach essential student success skills, including time management, organization, effective note-taking, test prep, and self-advocacy.
• Citizenship & Character:
  Foster civic responsibility, digital literacy, conflict resolution, and peer leadership to help freshmen build a positive school community.
• Critical Thinking:
  Design inquiry-based lessons, structured debates, and analytical projects that encourage students to evaluate information, challenge assumptions, and form reasoned arguments.

12th Grade Sections:
Post-Secondary Launch Pad (3 Sections)

• College & Career Exploration:
  Guide seniors through identifying career pathways, vocational programs, military opportunities, and 2-year or 4-year degree programs aligned with their strengths and interests.
• Application Mentorship:
  Provide hands‑on coaching as students complete college applications (Common App, direct admissions) or professional job applications.
• Financial Literacy & Scholarships:
  Lead workshops on understanding financial aid, completing FAFSA steps, and finding and applying for local and national scholarships.
• Professional Readiness:
  Help seniors construct professional resumes, write cover letters, practice interview techniques, and build a post-secondary transition portfolio.

• Maintain high behavioral and academic standards in a culturally responsive, structured classroom.
• Use student data to track progress and adjust instruction to support diverse learning styles.
• Maintain active, positive communication with families regarding student growth, academic progress, and post-secondary milestones.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, school counselors, and administration.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Licensure:
  Valid Ohio Educator License (or active pathway toward Ohio Resident Educator status).
• Clearances:
  Must pass Ohio BCI and FBI background checks.
• Strong relational coaching abilitiesable to motivate young adult learners with empathy and high expectations.
• Knowledge of post-secondary planning tools, college application processes, and local financial aid…