Elementary Classroom Teacher: Grade 8 Homeroom

Looking for a higher calling? Romero Academies are seeking passionate, mission-driven teachers to join an independent model at our two schools in Cincinnati.

About Romero Academies.

Romero Academies is a Catholic school network located in Cincinnati, Ohio operated by Seton Education Partners. Romero Academies will invest in its facility, students and staff both academically and financially via weekly coaching meetings, frequent professional development, and competitive compensation. Inspired by the words of St. Oscar Romero, our students will “aspire not to have more, but to be more,” and develop the virtue, knowledge, and academic skills necessary to thrive in a selective college preparatory high school, college, and beyond.

About this Position

Romero Academies teachers partner with families to form future saints by developing the intellect, cultivating the character, and engaging the faith of each scholar. We are looking for highly dedicated educators who bring an unwavering commitment to helping every scholar achieve their God-given potential.

The primary responsibilities of a Grade 8 Teacher include:

• Internalizing and executing rigorous lesson plans while differentiating to meet the learning needs of all students.
• Creating and maintaining a learning environment where every scholar feels safe, loved, and inspired to learn and grow.
• Supporting a school culture focused on faith, academic achievement, and character development.

Additionally, Romero Academy teachers must possess a commitment to partner with families, a dedication to serve all students, and a desire to seek and implement feedback and grow professionally. At the 4th - 8th grade-levels, students switch teachers to receive content-specific instruction from content area experts . Teachers will specialize in either mathematics/science or ELA/humanities and/or religion.

Main Responsibilities

• Internalize, individualize, and execute lesson plans in assigned content areas.
• Teach targeted lessons to small groups within the context of a rotational model of blended learning.
• Lead instruction using a rigorous curriculum that inspires intellectual curiosity, reinforces the joy of learning, and enables all students to thrive.
• Teach all lessons with rigor, joy, and urgency.
• Engage in an ongoing data-driven cycle of assessment, analysis, and action.
• Achieve meaningful student achievement and growth results aligned to the school's mission and annual goals.
• Implement school-wide systems for academics, culture, and character development.
• Connect with families through frequent phone calls, emails, conferences, and notes.
• Develop meaningful relationships with students and parents that drive students to love learning and make exceptional academic gains.
• Participate in two weeks of summer training prior to school’s opening.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Commit to teach an extended school year.
• Help students develop a personal relationship with Christ.

Candidates for the position must possess the following personal characteristics:

• A loving respect for all people, in recognition of each person’s God-given dignity.
• A desire to participate in on-going faith formation and Christian fellowship opportunities.
• A demonstrated commitment to service in urban and/or low-income settings.
• Unassailable integrity and commitment to the school's mission and vision.
• A strong belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence
• An unwavering determination to be better today than you were yesterday.
• Proven ability to effectively support, collaborate, and partner with a variety of personalities and working styles and an openness and generosity of spirit in navigating differences
• Grit, faith, hope, love, and a sense of humor.

The ideal candidate will bring experience, skills, and beliefs in the following areas:

• Living as a faith-filled and practicing Catholic, who understands and honors the teachings of the Catholic Church and is passionate about sharing the Catholic faith

• Required: A bachelor’s degree, teaching certification, and a desire to help students grow in faith, virtue, and intellect. A master’s degree is preferred.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally underserved students.
• Spanish fluency is preferred.
• The ability to be flexible in a fast-paced school environment that is responsive to students’ needs.
• SAFE PARISH certification is required before students enter the building.

Compensation

We offer a highly-competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

Diversity & Inclusivity

We are building an organization in which talented individuals from all walks of life and experiences can join our team and make significant contributions. We are particularly committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences or backgrounds of the students we will serve.

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