7th/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

About the Role

ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified 7th/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher at Columbus Arts & Technology Academy in Columbus, Ohio, dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We seek passionate and dedicated teachers who can bring the curriculum to life and create a positive classroom environment prioritizing student learning and social-emotional development.

About the School

Columbus Arts & Technology Academy (CATA) is a public charter school serving East Columbus K-12 students with a well-rounded, college-prep education enriched with technology and arts instruction. Known for its nurturing teachers, staff, and diverse educational opportunities, including College Credit Plus and Career Technical Education, CATA is part of the ACCEL Schools network, serving students throughout the United States since 2014.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lesson plans, modifying them as needed 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
• Implement school-approved curricula reflecting diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds
• Enforce school-wide culture expectations and norms
• Communicate and meet with families regarding students’ academic and social-emotional growth
• Incorporate technology into daily classroom practice to support learning
• Participate in planning and implementing non-instructional activities as needed
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Active and current Ohio teaching license in the appropriate content area
• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• High level of comfort in a growth-focused coaching environment with frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information properly
• Ability to supervise students in various school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
• Experience working within an urban environment

About ACCEL Schools

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our inclusive schools reflect the unique values of the urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Specializing in closing educational gaps, we offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. Recognized for providing exceptional education options, we are committed to helping every child achieve their potential.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $41,500 - $51,000. Factors affecting starting pay include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Life benefits: Paid time off, retirement contributions, optional basic life and AD&D insurance, voluntary life insurance, discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
• Health benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program, voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Career benefits: Advancement opportunities within ACCEL Schools and its network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals