Primary School Classroom Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Grades
Date Posted:
5/27/2025
Location:
Summit Academy for Alternative Learners - Xenia
Date Available:
08/11/2025
District:
Summit Academy School
REPORTS TO : School Director

CALENDAR: School/Teacher

FLSA: Salaried/Exempt

BASIC FUNCTION :

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.

EMPLOYMENT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

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

A. Instructional Skills/Abilities

In the area of instructional skills and ability, a teacher shall:
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
B. Classroom Management

In the area of classroom management, a teacher shall:
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
C. Professional Attitude and Relationships

In the areas of professional relationships, a teacher shall:

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
D. Professional Growth

In the area of professional relationships, a teacher shall show evidence of a positive attitude towards:
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

E. Personal Characteristics

In the area of personal characteristics, a teacher shall:
Maintain professional behavior
Dress professionally

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