Full-Time
Middle School Teacher
Posted on 7/16/2026
ACCEL Schools
501-1,000 employees
Delivers virtual and in-person college-prep education.
No salary listed
North Carolina, USA
Hybrid
Periodic in-person state testing and student events; travel to North Carolina several times per year.
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- Current North Carolina teaching license in appropriate content area
- Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook
- Ability to properly manage confidential information
- Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
- Ability to supervise students in all school settings
- Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time
- High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
- Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor
- Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals
- Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices
- Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System
- Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily
- Track and maintain contact with each student
- Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students
- Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction
- Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students
- Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues
- Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond
- Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
- Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings
- Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person
- Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues
- Travel to support required face to face state testing annually
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Preferred two years’ experience teaching
- Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred
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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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- ACCEL says it serves over 30,000 students through more than 90 charter schools.
- Portage Leadership Academy opens in Ravenna for 2026-27 under ACCEL, expanding Ohio footprint.
- ACCEL's 2025-2026 classical network broadens enrollment channels beyond standard charter-school models.
What critics are saying
- Banning Lewis Academy ends ACCEL's contract in June 2026, cutting 246 Colorado jobs.
- That Colorado split signals charter boards can eject ACCEL and self-manage school operations.
- A 2026 lawsuit alleges a former principal poached students and employees from ACCEL's Springfield school.
What makes ACCEL Schools unique
- ACCEL Schools runs brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid charter schools across eight states.
- Its ACCEL Instructional Model pairs individualized instruction with certified teachers and short-cycle assessments.
- The Jefferson Classical Academies launch in 2025 adds a distinct classical-school brand.
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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
Colorado Springs charter schools moving toward more local control following WARN letter. Banning Lewis Academy and Banning Lewis Ranch Academy will be shifting toward more local control after both schools have ended an agreement with Accel Schools, a nationwide charter school management group. Posted 10:35 AM, May 05, 2026 and last updated 2:47 PM, May 06, 2026 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) - Banning Lewis Academy and Banning Lewis Ranch Academy will be shifting toward more local control after both schools have ended an agreement with Accel Schools, a nationwide charter school management group. Accel Schools sent a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) letter to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment notifying the state that, following the decision made by the academy, Accel would be terminating its employment with more than 200 staff under its management on June 30. News5 reached out to the school to learn a little more about this ongoing decision and how it might impact over 200 employees. Banning Lewis Academy confirmed that the end of the partnership was part of the planned transition to more local control. You can see their statement below: Banning Lewis Academy (BLA) recently made the decision to end its partnership with ACCEL Schools as part of a planned transition to greater local control of the school. The WARN notice issued by ACCEL reflects the end of employment with their organization, effective June 30, 2026. However, BLA will continue operating without interruption, and there are no plans to close schools, reduce programming, or impact student services. Moving forward, BLA will operate under a locally driven model. Staff will be employed directly by Banning Lewis Academy, with additional support from experienced partners in areas such as human resources, finance, and operations. This shift allows decisions to be made closer to the classroom, better supporting both students and educators. As part of this transition, BLA is also moving away from a for-profit management structure. This is an important step that allows more resources to stay within the school - directly supporting classrooms, teachers, and students. KOAA News 5 recognize that the notice may raise concerns about staffing. Its priority is continuity and stability. KOAA News 5 value its current staff and are actively working to extend employment opportunities for the upcoming school year. KOAA News 5 is confident in its leadership team and believe strongly in the educators who serve its students every day. For students and families, there will be no disruption to instruction, school operations, or the overall educational experience. Enrollment, programming, and campus activities will continue as normal. This transition represents an important step forward for BLA. By increasing school-level autonomy and keeping more dollars in its classrooms, KOAA News 5 is strengthening its ability to serve its community, support its staff, and ensure decisions reflect the needs of its students and families. KOAA News 5 understand that change can be difficult, but KOAA News 5 is confident this is the right move for the long-term success of its school community. Warm Regards, Banning Lewis Academy Board of Directors During this transition, the school says it will be moving away from a for-profit model to reinvest in HR and its classrooms. In an email, Accel Schools provided its newsroom with the following statement. Banning Lewis Academy has informed ACCEL Schools that it does not intend to renew its services agreement with ACCEL. While KOAA News 5 is disappointed by the decision, KOAA News 5 respect that charter school boards periodically evaluate their operating models and make decisions they believe are in the best interest of their schools. ACCEL has supported Banning Lewis for more than 10 years. During that time, the school expanded grade levels, increased enrollment, built a second campus, and navigated multiple leadership and board transitions. ACCEL has been proud to serve as a steady partner throughout a significant period of growth and change. Banning Lewis has indicated that it wishes to explore a self-managed model. In Colorado, charter schools may choose different operating structures as they evolve, including working with an external partner or managing more services independently. ACCEL continues to believe deeply in the value of strong school partnerships, particularly during periods of growth, operational complexity, and leadership transition. Because ACCEL is currently the employer of record for staff assigned to Banning Lewis, ACCEL is required to issue notice regarding the conclusion of ACCEL employment for those employees. The WARN notice affects 195 regular employees and 51 on-call or temporary employees, primarily substitute teachers. Affected roles include teachers, administrators, student support staff, paraprofessionals, counselors, school operations staff, facilities staff, food service staff, and other employees who support daily school operations. Banning Lewis has indicated that all affected employees are eligible to be rehired directly by the school. ACCEL cares deeply about the employees, students, and families connected to Banning Lewis. Its focus is on supporting employees through this transition, honoring the work accomplished over the course of the partnership, and continuing to serve schools with professionalism, care, and operational expertise. Accel Schools If you have any information about this story and would like to speak to a reporter, send its newsroom an email. Colorado Springs prioritizing northern city areas, busier roadways during may storm. 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