Akron Preparatory School·Akron, Ohio
The teacher is responsible for preparing and delivering differentiated lesson plans, maintaining accurate student progress records, and utilizing research-based best practices in daily instruction. Key duties also involve managing student behavior, creating a positive learning environment, and communicating with families about student growth.
About the Team
ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified 2nd Grade Teacher at Akron Preparatory School in Akron, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking teachers who are passionate and dedicated to bringing the curriculum to life for each student. We want our teachers to be excited to create a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.
Be part of the difference at Akron Preparatory School! Akron Preparatory School is a public charter school providing K-8th grade students with a well-rounded, college prep education. Located on a historic campus with excellent educational facilities, the school is celebrating 10 years of serving the families of Akron and Summit counties. Akron Prep is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.
“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.
The salary range for this position is $42,000-51,500. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
Candidates must possess an active Ohio teaching license in the appropriate content area and hold a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field. Essential qualifications include comfort in a growth-focused coaching environment, excellent communication skills, the ability to manage confidential information, and passing required background checks.
Market context
In Ohio, 2nd grade teaching roles are often tied to district staffing needs, especially where schools are filling elementary classrooms and seeking licensed educators with urban classroom experience. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already hold a current Ohio teaching license and can show readiness for background screening, since those are core requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight elementary teaching experience and urban school settings.