Teacher

*Teacher* *Responsibilities:* * Develop lesson plans that ensure the attainment of state learning and common core standards; * Uses computers and other technology provided to assist students; * Adapts and enriches the curriculum using multiple strategies and online tools in imaginative ways to actively engage students in their learning; * Information, media and technology savvy; * Must see the potential in emerging tools and web technologies and manipulate them to serve the students’ needs; * Develop classroom experiences that teaches students not only the facts but how to apply what they learn to solve real world problems; * Guide students to develop the broader competencies increasingly important for success in an ever more complex and demanding world of 21st Century Skills; * Provide ample opportunities to all students to develop 21st century skills in activities outside the classroom such as student organizations, physical activities, and service learning; * Engaging and empowering learning experiences for all learners; and * Fully connected to learning data and tools for using the data; to content, resources, and systems to create, manage, and assess engaging and relevant learning experiences; directly to their students in support of learning both inside and outside school.
*General School and Classroom Responsibilities:* * Understands, accepts, and abides by the Academy’s philosophy and mission statement in all his/her school activities; * Student-centric, holistic, and teach about how to learn as much as teaching about the subject area; * Models tolerance, global awareness, reflective practice, and models the behaviors we expect from our students; * Prepares instructional lesson plans as directed; * Administers all standardized tests as directed; * Keeps accurate records on each student such as: grade books and report cards, lesson plans, attendance records, and behavior/discipline records.
* Maintains confidentiality concerning all student information and any professional matters; * Works with staff to improve student learning and achievement; * Deploys sound classroom management techniques; * Engage in collaboration with colleagues demonstrating a model of “connected educators” – this replaces solo practitioners (sage on the stage) and develops positive working relationships with students, parents, school personnel and the public; * Required to attend and/or participate in school activities as directed by the Principal such as: staff meetings (before or after school hours), open houses, chaperone student activities, provide guidance for students, participate on faculty committees, study and help resolve school problems; * Follows all corporate and Academy policies and procedures; * Participates in professional development workshops/programs; * Maintain status of Highly Qualified Teacher as per federal definition; and * Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Principal and Management Company.
*Reports To*: Principal Requirements Minimum Bachelor’s Degree; Certification/Licensure in appropriate teaching area; NCLB Highly Qualified; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Proficient in computer applications; Knowledgeable in use of web resources, online tools, technology tools, etc.
; Effective organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks; and Satisfactory completion of local, state, and federal criminal history check.
Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Canton, OH 44706: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person