ELA Middle School Teacher for 2026-27

About Ummah Center School
Ummah™ Center School (UCS) is a non-profit full-time Islamic school. We opened our doors in the fall of 2023 in Columbia Station – a small town nestled in the Southwest suburbs of Cleveland. The school is approved as a Chartered Non-Public School by the State of Ohio. We currently serve 131 students from Prek-3 through grade 8 coming from a diverse and dynamic Muslim community.

UCS Vision:
To have a safe and joyful place where students grow into young men and women who are confident, kind, think critically and never settle for average.

UCS Mission:
To nurture curious minds in an Islamic environment that fosters academic excellence, cultivates a deep understanding of Deen. Additionally, we aim to empower our students to be active citizens who participate in civil duties, promote justice and compassion among all. Learn more about UCS at www.ucschool.org

Core Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons in core subject area English/Social Studies.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with state standards and school curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Use data-driven instruction to monitor and improve student performance.
• Prepare students for assessments and standardized testing.

Classroom Management

• Establish and maintain a structured, classroom environment.
• Implement positive behavior management strategies.
• Promote critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Student Development

• Support students’ academic, emotional, and spiritual growth.
• Encourage leadership, responsibility, and strong moral values.

Assessment & Communication

• Design and administer assessments within the assigned subject area.
• Maintain accurate records of grades and student progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Collaborate with colleagues and administration.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.
• Support school-wide initiatives and extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or relevant subject area.
• Teaching certification (state certification preferred).
• Strong knowledge of middle school curriculum in assigned subject.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred

Master’s degree in Education or related field.

Personal Characteristics

• Patient, flexible, and team-oriented.
• Growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits: Competitive compensation based on experience.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays - Summer, Spring and Winter breaks off

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person