Position: Art & Music Teacher Location: St. Francis Catholic School, Cleveland, OH Type: Full-Time Partnership Schools are accepting applications for a full-time teacher who can provide instruction in art and music for K-8 students at St. Francis Catholic School in Cleveland, Ohio. We are looking for educators with zeal who believe that every child is made for greatness. Partnership School teachers share our unwavering commitment to raising student achievement, and they hold an appreciation and respect for Catholic culture, identity, and values. Partnership Schools teachers believe that we are always learning, and they welcome feedback as they develop their instructional practice and grow professionally. At the Partnership we support teachers through: Weekly school-based professional development (PD); Regular network-wide PD meetings; Coaching and feedback sessions from school-site leadership; Support from a national network team; and Support from our nationally recognized partner organizations — Teach like a Champion (TLaC), Amplify, Core Knowledge, Eureka, Saxon, and others. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Advancing the school’s mission to provide a Catholic education of the highest quality to as many children as possible; Developing a positive and structured classroom environment that engages students and motivates them to succeed; Using curricula to prepare and teach daily lessons, assessing student work, and modifying plans to meet student needs; Assuming responsibility for the progress of students with a sense of urgency and ownership towards measurable results; Communicating with families of students in a positive, respectful manner; and Participating in ongoing professional development sessions to improve as a professional educator.

The ideal candidate will have: An uncompromising belief that all students can learn, A “students-first” mindset, A commitment to constant improvement as a professional educator, Knowledge of best practices and proven teaching techniques in urban schools, Strong instructional and classroom management skills, A willingness to be reflective and receive feedback in order to grow, A relentless work ethic and a high degree of patience to overcome difficult challenges, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers both school-wide and across the network, A deep respect for and commitment to the legacy of urban Catholic schools, Excellent communication skills, and Technological proficiency and adaptability.

Position Requirements: Respect for and appreciation of the Catholic faith and Catholic education; A bachelor’s degree from a competitive university; and A background check. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Partnership Schools is an equal opportunity employer organization that values diversity.

Application Requirements To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to principal Molly Hanna. When submitting your cover letter, please include answers to the following prompt: 1) Please discuss your particular interest in St. Francis School. 2) At Partnership Schools, we have four core values we look to instill within all of our school communities – Integrity, Humility, Hard Work, and Service. Choose one of these values and discuss its importance to you.