9th / 10th Grade Pre-AP English I and II Teacher - IDEA Price Hill College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

IDEA College Prep Teachers ensure that students master the academic and social skills needed to succeed in college while embodying IDEA’s values. Teachers set ambitious achievement goals, track student data, and use it to inform effective daily lesson plans. They seek feedback and continually develop their teaching practice. Instruction includes rigorous high school material and opportunities for students to earn college credit through dual-enrollment, AP, or IB courses. The teacher implements state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments; teaches English I and II content; monitors student progress; communicates regularly with students and families; and contributes to a productive, supportive learning environment. The position requires at least 40 hours at school per week and may include tutoring after school or Saturday school based on student needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and ability to pass a grade-level-aligned IDEA content assessment.
Knowledge of core academic curricula and instructional practices or implementation.
Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust and adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment.
Commitment to IDEA’s mission that all students can go to and through college, and to serving as an agent of change.
Demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and willingness to be held accountable for them.
Propensity for action and willingness to learn and improve through experience.
Ability to work with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes.
Ability to thrive in a high-growth environment and adapt to ambiguity and change.
Willingness to seek and respond well to feedback and build cross-departmental relationships.
High standards of conduct and professionalism, serving as a positive model for colleagues and students.

Nice To Haves

High level of content-area proficiency evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or work experience.
Experience in a K–12 classroom setting.
State certification.
Aligned or relevant coursework demonstrating experience or exposure to subject-matter content.

Responsibilities

Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
Learn, master, and deliver content, grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts.
Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
Use formal and informal assessments to track each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans, and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate students’ progress with students and families weekly.
Use technology effectively as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of community.
Help shape a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Establish and maintain cooperative, respectful relationships with students and families.
Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet students’ needs.
Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Work a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week.
Take on additional responsibilities such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school as needed.

Benefits

Starting teacher salary of $51,500 for 0 years of experience.
Potential stipends of $500–$4,000 based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Comprehensive medical plan, with the majority of the employee premium covered and most costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children subsidized.
Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, depending on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, capped at $5,250 per year and subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health benefits, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability and life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Possible relocation allowance, if applicable.