Responsibilities
- Assume ownership and responsibility for developing and supporting the school’s instructional staff by guiding teachers in the effective use of instructional and support materials for full implementation of all areas of the curriculum.
- Guide teachers in adapting materials and methods across the curriculum to the needs of individual students, using multiple appropriate differentiation strategies, including but not limited to instructional grouping.
- Review lesson plans weekly.
- Perform frequent teacher observations and debriefs.
- Model effective instructional practices, including delivery of instruction using effective teaching strategies.
- Provide effective feedback, professional development and coaching for teachers in mastering instructional practices.
- Offer continuous and targeted professional development that directly supports the school curriculum and instruction that ensures continuous student achievement of the school’s academic standards.
- Use multiple sources of data collection to analyze barriers to student achievement and to access, identify and apply to instructional improvement.
- Monitor the use of student achievement data from multiple sources (including standardized tests, ILS data, curriculum-based assessments, classroom assessments and other data) to inform instruction.
- Provide support for intervention programs based on students’ needs and monitor program effectiveness based on data.
- Work cooperatively with parents to generate parents’ confidence in the teacher and instructional program.
- Coordinate special projects, such as peer mentoring, service learning and community involvement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in education
- Active professional teacher certification
- Minimum of five years’ experience as a successful teacher
- Track record of building positive working relationships with multiple stakeholders including staff members, students, parents, Board members, and authorizers
- Demonstrated results in increasing student achievement on relevant state test measures
- Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
- Experience using multiple sources of data collection including standardized tests, portfolios, observations, conferences and grades to assess student performance and to plan instruction
- Strong written and verbal communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times
- Computer literacy and proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks
- Ability to work well under pressure as well as effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently
- Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
- Master’s degree in education
- Two years’ experience as an Instructional Coach, Teacher Leader, or other related position
- Experience in an urban and/or school turnaround setting
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement contributions
- Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
- Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary short-term disability insurance
- Voluntary long-term disability insurance
- Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals
Work Arrangement
On-site — Cincinnati, Ohio
About the Team
ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly motivated Director of Academics at Riverside Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio dedicated to creating a rigorous and nurturing environment that prioritizes student engagement and achievement for all students. Be part of the difference at Riverside Academy! Located near the Ohio River and Embshoff Woods Nature Preserve, Riverside Academy has served the westside community of Cincinnati since 2003. The public charter school offers EK-8th grade students a well-rounded, college-prep education featuring a hands-on, social-emotional learning approach. Known for its close-knit learning environment and nurturing teachers and staff, Riverside fosters strong partnerships within the community. Riverside Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.
About Us
“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick and mortar, and virtual schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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Additional Information
- Compensation: The salary range for this position is $60,000 - 70,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Background checks: Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks is required.
