2nd Grade Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated 2nd Grade Teacher for Oskaloosa Christian School. The position is full-time, starting on August 1, 2026. Candidates should be committed to academic and spiritual growth from a Biblical perspective, have a Bachelor's degree in Education, and demonstrate effective classroom management and communication skills. This role involves preparing and implementing lesson plans and attending all professional development meetings. Contact Joel Rietema for more information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, preferably with experience in elementary teaching.
• Strong commitment to Christ-centered education and Biblical worldview.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement English Language Arts lessons for middle school.
• Attend all staff and professional development meetings.
• Monitor and supervise students effectively.

Skills

Classroom management

Effective communication

Content knowledge

Instruction planning

Proficiency in Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

2nd Grade Teacher

TeachIowa Oskaloosa Christian School - Oskaloosa, Iowa

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Job Details

Job ID: 5688845

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 04, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

1. Committed to academic growth and holistic development of students from a Biblical worldview

2. Committed to Christ-centered education and the mission of Oskaloosa Christian

3. Responsible for professional growth and development

• Responsible for the preparation and implementation of instruction of English Language Arts classes in the middle school (Grades 6-8)
• Educates students with grace and truth from a Biblical perspective
• Sets, reviews, and achieves annual performance goals with the Principal
• Shows proficiency with software applications (Google Suite / FACTS) required for effective, efficient school operation
• Prepares weekly lesson plans, available for viewing by the Principal or DLA
• Attends all staff and professional development meetings
• Demonstrates ability to physically perform tasks involved with monitoring, supervising, and active instruction
• Communicates promptly and effectively with students, colleagues, and parents
• Supports students and the school by attending additional school or class events
• Assists the janitorial staff by regularly picking up and cleaning the classroom
• Arrives on time for contract hours (7:35 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.) and assigned duties
• Conscientiously fulfills responsibilities of assigned duties
• Performs other tasks willingly, as assigned by the Principal or DLA
• Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for and implementation of Oskaloosa Christian student achievement goals
• Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position
• Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction
• Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students
• Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning
• Demonstrates competence in classroom management
• Fulfills professional responsibility established by the school
• Demonstrates consistent spiritual leadership in the classroom and school through biblically directed, Christ-centered education

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Contact Information

• Joel Rietema, Principal
• Oskaloosa Christian School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]