6th-8th ELA Teacher

About the Team

ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified 6th-8th Grade ELA Teacher at Cleveland College Preparatory School in Cleveland, 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, and to creating a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social‑emotional development.

• Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify them accordingly during the school year.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Utilize research‑based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom.
• Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn in.
• Utilize school‑approved curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students.
• Implement school‑wide culture expectations and norms.
• Communicate with families regarding the academic and social‑emotional growth of their child.
• Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of non‑instructional activities, as needed.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Active and current Ohio teaching license in the appropriate content area.
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• High level of comfort working in a growth‑focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to properly manage confidential information.
• Ability 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 environment.

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $40,000 - $50,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Life Benefits – Time & Peace of Mind
Paid time off, retirement contributions, optional basic life and AD&D insurance, voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child), discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations.

Health Benefits – Stay Well & Thrive
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program, voluntary short‑term disability insurance, voluntary long‑term disability insurance.

Career Benefits – Keep Growing
Career advancement opportunities throughout ACCEL Schools and our strong network of more than 4,000 instructors and education professionals.

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