Full-Time

1 Teacher

Posted on 10/4/2025

ACCEL Schools

ACCEL Schools

501-1,000 employees

Delivers virtual and in-person college-prep education.

No salary listed

Columbus, OH, USA

In Person

Category
Education
Requirements
  • Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area
  • Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
  • High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to properly manage confidential information
  • Able to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)
  • Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
  • Experience working within an urban environment
Responsibilities
  • Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
  • Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom
  • Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn in
  • Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students
  • Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms
  • Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
  • Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning
  • Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as needed
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
  • Perform other duties as assigned

ACCEL Schools provides middle and high school education in both virtual and in-person settings tailored to diverse communities. Its programs mix personalized learning with proven teaching practices and community partnerships, including virtual options like the Pathfinder Career Academy. The company differentiates itself through broad community partnerships, mixed delivery formats, and explicit college-prep and career-path options. Its goal is to expand access to personalized, effective education that supports social and academic growth and prepares students for higher education and careers.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cleveland, Ohio

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Dr. William J. Bennett's appointment as Provost boosts classical academy enrollments starting fall 2025.
  • Expands tuition-free virtual classical schools across five states with rigorous liberal arts curriculum.
  • Proprietary platform ensures mastery of state standards in over 100 diverse school models.

What critics are saying

  • Banning Lewis Academies end partnership June 30, 2026, laying off 246 ACCEL staff.
  • Colorado authorizers block for-profit renewals, eliminating 20-30% revenue by 2027.
  • Diane Ravitch criticism triggers 15-25% enrollment drop in 12 months from backlash.

What makes ACCEL Schools unique

  • ACCEL Schools manages over 100 schools nationwide using proprietary ACCEL Management Platform.
  • Launches Jefferson Classical Academies in five states led by Dr. William J. Bennett.
  • Offers hybrid virtual, brick-and-mortar, and personalized college-preparatory programs.

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Benefits

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary short-term disability insurance

Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)

Company News

eNews Park Forest
Jul 25th, 2025
ACCEL Schools Appoints Dr. William J. Bennett As Founding Provost of New Classical Academy Network

ACCEL Schools appoints Dr. William J. Bennett as Founding Provost of new Classical Academy network.

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