Elementary Teacher

POSITION TITLE: TEACHER
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REPORTS TO: School Director CALENDAR: School/Teacher
FLSA: Salaried/Exempt
BASIC FUNCTION:
To provide the students under his/her direct supervision a quality educational 
program, which is appropriate for the assigned students, that meets their ability 
and appropriate for the subject and growth, and personal characteristics.
EMPLOYMENT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree
• Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license
• Meet Federal Properly Certified Teacher standards as determined by ESEA
• Appropriate criminal record as determined by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal 
Identification and Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
• Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills 
• Ability to generate, record, and maintain information and statistical data 
• Ability to administer, score, and interpret a test of individual achievement 
• Knowledge of the Ohio Department of Education model curriculum and 
Ohio’s New Learning Standards
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and school 
business
RESPONSIBILITIES:
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
A teacher shall demonstrate knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the following broad 
areas: instruction, classroom management, professional attitudes and growth, and 
personal characteristics.
A. Instructional Skills/Abilities
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SUMMIT ACADEMY MANAGEMENT CREATED: JULY 1999 
JOB DESCRIPTION REVISED: SEPT 1999,
JUNE 2000, JULY 2001, FEB 2002,
FEB 2003, MARCH 2014 
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In the area of instructional skills and ability, a teacher shall:
• Demonstrate evidence of effective planning
• Demonstrate skill in a variety of methods and techniques to meet student 
needs 
• Have a thorough knowledge of the subject matter being taught
• Create an inviting learning environment
• Encourage proper care and usage of equipment, furnishings and materials
• Be receptive to new ideas
• Be enthusiastic
• Demonstrate correct use of the written and spoken word
• Teach social thinking and social skills to students
• Evaluate and report student progress on the approved reporting tool and as 
scheduled
• Follow Summit Academy’s Instructional Design
B. Classroom Management
In the area of classroom management, a teacher shall:
• Establish and maintain positive rapport with people
• Establish and maintain a classroom routine
• Establish teacher expectation of students
• Uphold school rules
• Implement PBIS Behavior System 
C. Professional Attitude and Relationships
In the areas of professional relationships, a teacher shall: 
• Have the ability to interact in a professional manner with Summit Academy 
staff
• Have the ability to effectively work with colleagues in a professional manner
• Demonstrate evidence of a positive attitude towards:
o Colleagues, students, parents/guardians, special service personnel, 
support staff, administrators, and visitors/public
D. Professional Growth
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SUMMIT ACADEMY MANAGEMENT CREATED: JULY 1999 
JOB DESCRIPTION REVISED: SEPT 1999,
JUNE 2000, JULY 2001, FEB 2002,
FEB 2003, MARCH 2014 
POSITION TITLE: TEACHER
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In the area of professional relationships, a teacher shall show evidence of a positive 
attitude towards:
• Show evidence of participation in professional improvement activities
• Participate on school and/or district-wide curriculum committees
• Plan, implement, and complete an IPDP as prescribed by the LPDC
• Participate in OTES
E. Personal Characteristics
In the area of personal characteristics, a teacher shall:
▪ Maintain professional behavior
▪ Dress professionally
All other responsibilities as set forth by School Director and CEO of Summit 
Academy Management