Teacher - I Promise School

AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

APPLITRACK JOB ID #3010

Department of Human Resources

Teacher

I PROMISE SCHOOL

March 4, 2022 - Open until filled

The Akron Board of Education announces an opening for a Teacher, Job Code 008, TS 388 (190
Days). Salary TBD. This is a State Teachers Retirement System position. Extended time may be required before and/or after the school year or day for this position which would be compensated at the hourly extended time rate. Collective Bargaining Unit - AEA. This is a State Teachers Retirement
System position.

The TENTATIVE I PROMISE School teacher calendar will be July 25, 2022 - May 23, 2023.
Beginning of the year professional development for teachers will be in June (TBD) and July 25-28,
2022. The work day will be from 8:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. The I PROMISE School has the same number of work and school days as a traditional Akron Public School; the calendar is set up differently.

Application must be made electronically through http://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/.

In addition to completing the online application, please upload a letter of interest, resumé, and a current copy of appropriate license. The Superintendent reserves the right to keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position with changes as may be deemed appropriate. For further information, please contact Human Resources at 330-761-2753.

School Description: The I PROMISE School (IPS) is a partnership between the Akron Public Schools and the LeBron James Family Foundation. IPS is a STEM school serving students who need specific supports on academics and social emotional learning needs. The school will eventually serve students in grades 3 -8 during a non-traditional school year (July 25, 2022- May 19, 2023). The school day will be 9 am-4 pm.

IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SPECIAL SERVICES (SUCH AS INTERPRETER, BRAILLE OR LARGE
PRINT, OR WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE ACCOMMODATIONS) COVERED UNDER THE
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990, PUBLIC LAW 101-336, SECTION 102, PLEASE
CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-761-2935. IF YOU ARE USING A
TTY/TTD, PLEASE CALL THE OHIO RELAY SERVICE 1- 800-750-0750.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To create a home where the entire family is loved and students are educated for the 21st century so that they influence and improve our community and change the world.

PERSEVERANCE PARTNER

Sticking to a task at hand Willing to work

Follow through to completion with others and welcome their input and

Having determination and grit perspective

Abide by decisions the troup makes even if I

PERSPECTIVE disagree

Open Minded Collaborator and communicator

Looking at various points of view

Flexible thinker PERPETUAL LEARNER

Open to new experiences

PROBLEM SOLVER Finding an answer when you

Think about how something might be done don’t know different Life-long learner

Required

• The applicant must have a valid teaching license in the state Ohio in one or more of the following areas:
• P-3 w/4-5 endorsement
• K – 8
• 4 – 9

• Commitment to the LJFF I PROMISE philosophy;

• Effective verbal and written communication skills;

• Participate in staff and curriculum development;

• Use of creative and innovative technology for teaching and learning in the classroom;

• Use date to make decisions regarding curriculum, instruction and assessment;

• Interact with the school, partners and community to enhance student learning;

• Work in teams and participate in professional learning communities.

*Out of state candidates are encouraged to start the process of obtaining an Ohio

teaching license through the Ohio Department of Education upon application.

Desired

• Work with students in a non-traditional, creative and innovative academic program, designing authentic instruction; eg.,

• Problem based learning, project-based learning inquiry, etc.;

• Successful experience in an urban setting and with various social, cultural and economic student populations;

• Commitment to educating the whole child while collaborating closely with family.

• Assist all students to meet or exceed 21st century knowledge and skills, including state academic achievement standards;

• Articulate what students should know and be able to do, while working to help students achieve;

• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate these objectives to students;

• Plan and deliver learning experiences that advance the learning of each individual student and show written evidence of preparation upon request to immediate supervisor;

• Partner with business and community organizations to create authentic learning experiences;

• Develop reasonable expectations of classroom procedures and positive outcomes;

• Attend staff meetings, serve on staff committees and engage in team building activities as required;

• Work closely with the building principal to collaboratively lead the school through a shared decision-making process;

• Design authentic learning experiences for students to learn core knowledge, 21st century skills and literacies, through, but not limited to, collaboration, problem–based learning and inquiry;

• Organize and plan for learning based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals;Assist in the planning for intervention and remediation in the areas of math, science and literacy for all students who have not mastered the content standards and implement appropriately;

• Develop and implement differentiated instructional strategies for each student’s academic growth;

• Use technology to develop student content knowledge and skills so students know how to learn, think critically, solve problems, use information, communicate, innovate, create and collaborate;

• Proficient in using technology as an instructional, management, grading, and parent communication tool;

• Use continuous, authentic and appropriate assessment and evaluation measures that are evidence-based and use them to improve instruction, student learning and for feedback, including progress reports;

• Be flexible, resourceful and innovative while effectively managing the design and execution of learning experiences, both formal and informal;

• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations;

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, fosters engagement, self- motivation, student self-direction and positive social interaction while incorporating partners and staff members on an ongoing basis;

• Provide learning opportunities that support the intellectual, social, emotional and physical development of the students;

• Work closely with students and parents to guide students through school and future education and career choices;

• Model the teaching expectations that students are to accomplish;

• Contribute to and participate in ongoing professional development, including working with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) model;

• Maintain and improve professional competence;

• Use evidence-based and best practices to inform instruction and to work with colleagues;

• Work collaboratively to improve instruction and learning while sharing the responsibility for outcomes with school and community;

• Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive working relationships with students;

• Reports to and carries out any other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Ohio Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location