High School Teachers

About FORWARD Girls Leadership Academy

FORWARD Girls Leadership Academy is a tuition-free public high school designed to expand leadership, academic excellence, and opportunity for girls in Cleveland.

Launching with a founding class of approximately 75 ninth-grade students, FORWARD is intentionally designed as a small, leadership-focused learning environment where girls develop confidence, voice, and the skills to lead in college, careers, and their communities.

The academic program integrates:

• Project-Based Learning
• Leadership Development
• STEM and Global Humanities pathways
• Real-world learning experiences
• Student voice and agency

Teachers at FORWARD are not simply instructors; they are mentors, designers of learning experiences, and builders of a new school culture.

Position Summary

FORWARD Girls Leadership Academy is seeking innovative, student-centered teachers to join our founding instructional team. Teachers will design engaging, rigorous instruction that challenges students to think critically, collaborate, and apply learning to real-world problems.

The ideal candidate believes deeply in the potential of girls and is excited to help build a new model of secondary education grounded in leadership, inquiry, and high expectations.

Teaching Positions Available

We are currently seeking teachers in the following subject areas:

• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Studies
• English Language Arts
• Foreign Language
• Visual Arts
• Physical Education / Health

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional responsibilities include:
• Design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned lessons
• Implement project-based learning experiences
• Foster strong classroom culture built on respect, accountability, and high expectations
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Utilize data to guide instructional decisions
• Support students’ leadership development and personal growth
• Collaborate with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects
• Participate in school-wide initiatives that build the culture and identity of FORWARD
• Teachers will also serve as mentors and advisors, supporting students academically and personally.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Eligibility for Ohio teaching licensure (or ability to obtain)
• Demonstrated commitment to student success
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Preferred:

• Experience with project-based learning
• Experience working with diverse student populations
• Commitment to girls’ leadership and empowerment
• Growth mindset and willingness to help build a new school model

What Makes Teaching at FORWARD Different

• Teachers at FORWARD will have the opportunity to:
• Help build a founding school culture
• Work in a small, collaborative environment
• Design innovative learning experiences
• Support girls in developing leadership, voice, and agency
• Contribute to a school model designed to expand opportunity for girls in Cleveland

Compensation and Benefits

• FORWARD offers a competitive salary and benefits package including:
• Competitive salary based on experience and credentials
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• State retirement benefits
• Professional learning and leadership development opportunities
• A collaborative, mission-driven environment