2nd Grade Teacher - Dynamic, Growth-Focused Elementary Role

ACCEL Schools; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Life insurance (basic)

Job summary

ACCEL Schools is hiring an Elementary Teacher for Springfield Sports Academy in Springfield, Ohio. The role emphasizes delivering engaging lessons, differentiating instruction, and maintaining student progress records.

The candidate should hold an Ohio teaching license, have a Bachelor’s degree in education, and be prepared to work in an urban environment with a growth-focused coaching culture. Collaboration with families is expected.

Qualifications

• Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Experience working within an urban environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
• Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom.
• Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn in.
• Utilize school approved curricula that reflects diverse backgrounds.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Communicate and meet with families regarding student growth.
• Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice.
• Participate in planning of non-instructional activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Ohio teaching license (state teaching license)

Bachelor’s degree in education

Job description

ACCEL Schools is hiring an Elementary Teacher for Springfield Sports Academy in Springfield, Ohio. The role emphasizes delivering engaging lessons, differentiating instruction, and maintaining student progress records.

The candidate should hold an Ohio teaching license, have a Bachelor’s degree in education, and be prepared to work in an urban environment with a growth-focused coaching culture. Collaboration with families is expected.