Elementary School Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Cleveland is seeking a dedicated Elementary School Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This full-time position requires a Bachelor’s degree and current teaching certification. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse educational environment. Responsibilities include maximizing student learning time and maintaining high academic standards. Applications must be submitted online through the district's portal.

Qualifications

• Proper and current certification to teach the appropriate content and grade levels.
• At least 3 years of urban teaching experience is preferred.
• Willingness to grow as an educational leader and adapt to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Maximize learning time with a strong sense of urgency.
• Show deep content mastery and continue growing in it.
• Accept full accountability for ensuring students meet or exceed high academic standards.
• Are committed to doing \"whatever it takes\" for student success.
• Accept full accountability for ensuring students meet or exceed high academic standards.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse teaching team

Ability to adapt in a fast‑paced, changing environment

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Master’s degree in Education or a related field

Job description

Elementary School Teacher

East Cleveland City Schools District Wide - Cleveland, Ohio Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5555962
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Feb 26, 2026 2:04 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Position: Elementary School Teacher (Kindergarten - Third Grade)

Location: East Cleveland City School District
School Year: 2025–2026
Contract: 189 Days
Salary: Per the East Cleveland Education Association (ECEA) negotiated contract

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Proper and current certification to teach the appropriate content and grade levels
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse teaching team
• Willingness to grow as an educational leader
• Ability to adapt in a fast‑paced, changing environment

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Education or a related field
• At least 3 years of urban teaching experience
• Demonstrated success in raising student academic performance
• Experience in school leadership, culture building, coaching, and staff development

Responsibilities

• Maximize learning time with a strong sense of urgency
• Have demonstrated academic success
• Show deep content mastery and continue growing in it
• Are committed to doing "whatever it takes" for student success
• Accept full accountability for ensuring students meet or exceed high academic standards

Other Duties:

• Additional tasks as assigned by building or central office administrators
• Use of standard office and classroom technology
• Travel between school sites or to professional meetings as needed
• Work in standard school/office environments

Application Procedure

All applications must be submitted online through the district’s portal:
East Cleveland City Schools Online Application

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Contact Information

• Noreen Lehmann
• 1843 Stanwood Rd
• E Cleveland, Ohio 44112
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]