Elementary Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year

Patriot Preparatory Academy•Columbus, OH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for enthusiastic and creative Elementary teachers to teach during the 2026-2027 school year. Positions may be in upper or lower elementary grades. Summary description: To create a class environment conducive to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continuing education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish/foster healthy relationships with parents and other staff members. Patriot Preparatory Academy began in 2010 as a K-12 public charter school. Patriot is unlike any other charter school, and we invite you to schedule a visit. As a teacher at PPA, you will have the support and love of your coworkers and administration as you work to prepare our students for college/career.

Responsibilities

Annually prepare/update/submit a curriculum map that includes all state standards and material covered on state assessments
Collaborate with other teachers in your content area to vertically align all curriculum maps to ensure all students' success in your content area
Implement the district curriculum provided by the curriculum teams
Present lessons that are engaging, relevant, and align with the submitted curriculum map
Modify/Adjust instruction based upon classroom assessment data to ensure mastery of concepts
Modify instructional practices/routines in accordance with students’ IEP, 504, ELL, or Gifted identifications
Use both formal and informal assessments throughout each lesson
Assign classwork/homework regularly that reviews or prepares for the lesson
Use a variety of instructional strategies, such as inquiry, group discussions, lecture, discovery, and instructional aides, to engage students in active learning
Create a positive educational climate for students
Implement a positive behavior reward system
Follow all PPA policies to help ensure uniformity of the program
Observe and collaborate with other teachers in the building multiple times throughout the year for mutual growth/development in accordance with the peer observation program
Attend professional development opportunities throughout the school year or summer for your continuous improvement
Reflect and evaluate lessons/policies/practices often
Build a relationship with students and parents so that they know you want only the best for the student
Maintain strong collaborative relationships with teachers, instructional support staff, and others.
Be supportive of the PPA team at all times, but especially when speaking to parents and students