Kindergarten Teacher - Westside Community School of the Arts

About the Role

Constellation Schools are seeking a highly qualified K-Grade Teacher in Cleveland, Ohio, who is dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We want our teachers to be passionate about bringing the curriculum to life, creating a positive classroom environment, and prioritizing student learning and social-emotional development.

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 that reflects 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 skills 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 state of Ohio teaching license in 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
• Able 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 Us

Founded in 2001, Constellation Schools grew out of a community's desire to offer an educational choice that balanced academic achievement with life skills, character education, and social-emotional learning. Today, Constellation Schools comprise 15 learning communities operated by ACCEL Schools, one of the nation's leading charter school management companies.

Mission & Vision

• Provide every child an opportunity to obtain an excellent education built on a foundation of character education for lifelong success
• Exceptional learning communities characterized by high expectations and academic excellence
• Teachers are inspiring, compassionate, and committed to the success of every student
• Students are actively engaged life-long global learners on the path to becoming responsible, compassionate, and involved world citizens

Pay

The salary range for this position is $38,500-$48,000. 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
• Health benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program, voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Career benefits: Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and a strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals