Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Position Available In New York, New York

Position:

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Location:

Metro Catholic (1910 W 54th St, Cleveland, OH)

Type:

Full-Time Partnership Schools is accepting applications for full-time Pre-K teachers at Metro Catholic School. We are looking for an educator who shares an unwavering commitment to raising student achievement and an appreciation and respect for Catholic culture, identity, and values. Partnership teachers are eager for continuous feedback as they develop their instructional practice and grow professionally. At the Partnership we support teachers through weekly school-based professional development, network-wide PD meetings, coaching and feedback sessions from school-site leadership. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Developing a positive and structured classroom environment that engages students and motivates them to succeed
Assuming responsibility for the academic progress of students with a high sense of urgency and ownership toward quantifiable results
Collaborating with colleagues to plan units and lessons and develop expertise in implementing instruction
Fulfilling the school’s mission to educate the whole child, mind, body, and spirit
Taking accountability for student learning and for meeting classroom performance goals
Using tests, assessments, classroom performance, and other designated evaluation and diagnostic tools to assess the progress of students, and drive instruction and intervention
Creating and communicating with families of students in a positive and respectful manner
Participating in ongoing professional developments sessions to grow as an instructional leader
Ensuring the classroom complies with Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) or Department of Education preschool licensing rules
Maintaining accurate attendance records, incident reports, and developmental portfolios The ideal candidate will have:
A deep respect for and commitment to preserving and building upon the legacy of urban Catholic education
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers both school-wide and across the network
A willingness to be reflective and receive feedback in order to grow as an educator
Technological proficiency and adaptability
Excellent communication skills
Flexibility to multi-task, coupled with the ability to set priorities and follow through with results
Relentlessness and willingness to do whatever it takes to ensure success

Position Requirements:

Respect for and appreciation of the Catholic faith and Catholic education
An uncompromising belief that all students can learn
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Must pass a background check clearance as required by ODJFS or ODE Licensing Hold an active Ohio Pre-Kindergarten Associate License or appropriate teaching license
Current CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention certification (can be obtained upon hire)

Early Career Teachers:

Teachers with 0-3 years of experience will be paid no less than $42,000. After three years, teachers have the opportunity to earn at least $50,000.

Experienced Teachers:

We have a pay scale that allows for maximum flexibility when a candidate transfers from another school or district (up to $86,300 for the 2025-2026 school year for teachers with 20+ years of experience). Salaries are determined based on years of teaching and school leadership experience, and evaluation of instructional mastery and mission alignment through an in-person demo lesson and interview. Opportunities for promotion occur every 3-5 years based on clear and published criteria, with the potential for up to 17% increases in those promotion years. Partnership Schools is an equal-opportunity employer organization that values diversity. Application Requirements To apply, please navigate to the work for us tab through thepartnershipschools.org. The “Apply for this Position” button is located at the end of each job description. Please be sure to upload your resume and cover letter. When submitting your cover letter, include answers to the following prompts:
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