Elementary Teacher

Teacher Position

To provide the students under his/her direct supervision a quality educational program, which is appropriate for the assigned students, that meets their ability and appropriate for the subject and growth, and personal characteristics.

Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree

Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license

Meet Federal Properly Certified Teacher standards as determined by ESEA

Appropriate criminal record as determined by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigations

Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to generate, record, and maintain information and statistical data

Ability to administer, score, and interpret a test of individual achievement

Knowledge of the Ohio Department of Education model curriculum and Ohio's New Learning Standards

Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and school business

A teacher shall demonstrate knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the following broad areas: instruction, classroom management, professional attitudes and growth, and personal characteristics.

Instructional Skills/Abilities

Demonstrate evidence of effective planning

Demonstrate skill in a variety of methods and techniques to meet student needs

Have a thorough knowledge of the subject matter being taught

Create an inviting learning environment

Encourage proper care and usage of equipment, furnishings and materials

Be receptive to new ideas

Be enthusiastic

Demonstrate correct use of the written and spoken word

Teach social thinking and social skills to students

Evaluate and report student progress on the approved reporting tool and as scheduled

Follow Summit Academy Instructional Design

Classroom Management

Establish and maintain positive rapport with people

Establish and maintain a classroom routine

Establish teacher expectation of students

Uphold school rules

Implement PBIS Behavior System

Professional Attitude and Relationships

Have the ability to interact in a professional manner with Summit Academy staff

Have the ability to effectively work with colleagues in a professional manner

Demonstrate evidence of a positive attitude towards: Colleagues, students, parents/guardians, special service personnel, support staff, administrators, and visitors/public

Professional Growth

Show evidence of participation in professional improvement activities

Participate on school and/or district-wide curriculum committees

Plan, implement, and complete an IPDP as prescribed by the LPDC

Participate in OTES

Personal Characteristics

Maintain professional behavior

Dress professionally

All other responsibilities as set forth by School Director and CEO of Summit Academy Management