Elementary School Teacher (PK - 4th Grade)

Elementary Classroom Teacher: Grades PK-4

Looking for a higher calling? Romero Academies is seeking passionate, mission-driven teachers to join an independent model at our two schools in Cincinnati for the 2026-2027 school year..

About Romero Academies.

Romero Academies is a Catholic school network located in Cincinnati, Ohio operated by Seton Education Partners. We have two campuses - Romero Academy at Resurrection in Price Hill and Romero Academy at Annunciation in Clifton. Romero Academies invests in its staff through weekly coaching meetings, frequent professional development, and competitive compensation. Additionally, all teachers receive a classroom spending account and 90 minutes of daily prep time. Our school buildings received over $1 million in renovations within the past five years. Inspired by the words of St. Oscar Romero, our students will “aspire not to have more, but to be more,” and develop the virtue, knowledge, and academic skills necessary to thrive in a selective college preparatory high school, college, and beyond. 

About this Position

Romero Academies' teachers partner with families to form future saints by developing the intellect, cultivating the character, and engaging the faith of each scholar. We are looking for highly dedicated educators who bring an unwavering commitment to helping every scholar achieve their God-given potential. 

The primary responsibilities of an Elementary Classroom teacher include:

• Internalizing and executing rigorous lesson plans while differentiating to meet the learning needs of all students.
• Creating and maintaining a learning environment where every scholar feels safe, loved, and inspired to learn and grow.
• Supporting a school culture focused on faith, academic achievement, and character development.

Additionally, Romero Academies' teachers must possess a commitment to partner with families, a dedication to serve all students, and a desire to seek and implement feedback and grow professionally. 

Main Responsibilities

• Internalize, individualize, and execute lesson plans in assigned content areas.
• Teach targeted lessons to small groups within the context of a rotational model of blended learning.
• Lead instruction using a rigorous curriculum that inspires intellectual curiosity, reinforces the joy of learning, and enables all students to thrive.
• Teach all lessons with rigor, joy, and urgency.
• Engage in an ongoing data-driven cycle of assessment, analysis, and action.
• Achieve meaningful student achievement and growth results which are aligned to the school's mission and annual goals.
• Implement school-wide systems for academics, culture, and character development.
• Connect with families through frequent phone calls, emails, conferences, and notes.
• Develop meaningful relationships with students and parents that drive students to love learning and make exceptional academic gains.
• Participate in two weeks of summer training prior to the school’s opening. 
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Commit to teach an extended school year (mid-August through mid-June)
• Help students develop a personal relationship with Christ.

Qualifications and Desired Characteristics

Candidates for the position must possess the following personal characteristics:

• A loving respect for all people, in recognition of each person’s God-given dignity
• A desire to participate in ongoing faith formation and Christian fellowship opportunities 
• A demonstrated commitment to service in urban and/or low-income settings
• Unassailable integrity and commitment to the school’s mission and vision
• A strong belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence
• An unwavering determination to be better today than you were yesterday
• Proven ability to effectively support, collaborate, and partner with a variety of personalities and working styles and an openness and generosity of spirit in navigating differences
• Grit, faith, hope, love, and a sense of humor

The ideal candidate will bring experience, skills, and beliefs in the following areas:

• Living as a faith-filled and practicing Catholic, who understands and honors the teachings of the Catholic Church and is passionate about sharing the Catholic faith
• At a minimum, a bachelor’s degree, teaching certification, and a desire to help students grow in faith, virtue, and intellect is required.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally underserved students
• The ability to be flexible in a fast-paced school environment that is responsive to student needs
• SafeParish certified, can be earned after hire

Compensation

We offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits. Teaching salaries start at $45,000 annually and increase based on education and experience. All staff are eligible for performance bonuses on an annual basis.

Diversity & Inclusivity 

We are building an organization in which talented individuals from all walks of life and experiences can join our team and make significant contributions. We are particularly committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences or backgrounds of the students we will serve.