Certified Teachers (Grades K–8)
St. Gregory Classical Academy – Akron, OH
Start Date: August 2026
Start Date: August 2026
Join Us in Building Something Beautiful
St. Gregory Classical Academy is seeking passionate, faithful, and mission-driven certified teachers to join our founding faculty for the 2026–2027 academic year. As an Orthodox Christian school rooted in the rich tradition of classical education, we are looking for educators who are eager to inspire wonder, cultivate virtue, and pursue truth alongside their students.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic school community committed to the formation of the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—in the image of Jesus Christ.
About St. Gregory Classical Academy
Opening in August 2026 at our beautiful new campus at 1580 Brown Street in Akron, Ohio, St. Gregory Classical Academy serves families across Northeast Ohio, offering a Christ-centered, classical education grounded in the Orthodox faith. Our curriculum is framed by the Seven Liberal Arts and is guided by the humanities to form a coherent curriculum. Through the tradition of the humanities, teachers will be guiding students through a curriculum that invites children to the banquet table of the best from humanity. From the most celebrated children's classics through The Great Books, art, music, science, math, Greek & Latin, history, geography, and physical education our curriculum provides a robust and beautiful opportunity for teachers to enjoy teaching!
Education/Certification
Candidates must possess one of the following:
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An Ohio standard teaching license
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Bachelor’s degree with certification in the grade level or content area to be taught
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Renewal every five years through a Local Professional Development Committee, with ongoing professional development
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Successful background checks
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An Ohio non-tax teaching certificate
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Bachelor’s degree in the relevant content area from an accredited university
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Successful background checks
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Bachelor’s degree and documented successful, relevant work experience in the content area to be taught, established by at least one year of employment in a specific field or occupation that required the educator to demonstrate knowledge or skill in the content area. This is to be supported by a professional letter of recommendation from the educator’s employer or supervisor
Preferred experience
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Experience teaching in a classical school, or experience teaching with classical traditional methods.
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Teachers who do not have experience in classical schools must be open to the principles of classical education and be willing to adjust their own teaching methods as necessary to facilitate classical learning in the classroom.
Qualifications
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Practicing Orthodox Christian with a letter of good standing from the applicant’s Spiritual Father or Father Confessor. Exceptions may be considered for non-Orthodox applicants depending on the content area.
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Love for students and love for the teaching craft.
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Ability to work independently and with purpose.
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Passion for and strong knowledge of instructional academic content.
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Ability to model the Orthodox faith, to teach virtue through the curriculum, and to cultivate habits of holiness in students.
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Understanding of and passion for classical education.
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Ability to learn and implement classical teaching curricula and methods.
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Ability to keep student, school, and personal information confidential.
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Ability to maintain a classroom of approximately 12-18 students.
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Ability and patience to work interactively with students.
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Ability to understand the academic needs of students.
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Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
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Ability to communicate on all levels with students, parents, community, and administration. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
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Ability to travel as necessary (i.e., field trips, class trips, trainings, etc.)
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Ability to use computer programs, student information systems, parent communication portals, and office suites.
Why Teach at St. Gregory?
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Be a part of a visionary movement to restore classical, Christ-centered education.
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Join a joyful and faith-filled community where truth, goodness, and beauty are celebrated.
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Help shape the foundational years of a new school grounded in timeless wisdom and eternal truth.
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Experience the spiritual richness of teaching in a school that places Christ at the center of all things.
How to Apply
We are currently accepting applications from certified teachers for K-8 grade levels and subject areas. Applications can be completed on our website, saintgregoryacademy.org under employment. Interviews are currently taking place now.
To express interest or learn more, please contact:
Cell: 330-207-9486
School: 330-333-6680
Come be part of something lasting. Join us in the joyful work of illuminating minds and sanctifying hearts
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St. Gregory Classical Academy
1580 Brown St.
Akron, OH 44301
Web:https://www.saintgregoryacademy.org/
Email: chris.digiacobbe@saintgregoryacademy.org
Phone: 330-333-6680
Posted on: February 27, 2026