Constellation Schools - K-8th Grade Art Teacher (Lorain)

Job Description

Job Description

About the Team  

Constellation Schools are seeking a highly qualified K-8th Grade Art Teacher in Lorain, Ohio, who are 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. 

About the Opportunity:  

Responsibilities of the K-8th Grade Art Teacher include:

• Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify 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 reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students 
• Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms 
• Communicate and meet 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 

About You:  

• 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 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 

About Us:

History

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. Over the years, Constellation Schools garnered many awards including the US Department of Education's Blue Ribbon award and multiple School of Promise and Momentum awards from the Ohio Department of Education. Today, Constellation Schools comprise of 15 learning communities operated by ACCEL Schools, one of the nation's leading charter school management companies.

Mission & Vision

Constellation Schools 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

We offer the following benefits: 

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $38,500-48,000.  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 insu