Elementary School Teacher 2nd & 3rd Grade (2/3)

Birch Agency; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Agency seeks a motivated Elementary School Teacher for a combined 2nd and 3rd Grade class in Cleveland, Ohio, for the 2026-2027 school year. The classroom is small (about 12 students) and supports differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning goals.

Responsibilities include teaching ELA, reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, with a focus on strong classroom management and aligning with Ohio standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio teaching license (or ability to renew)
• Previous elementary classroom teaching experience preferred
• Knowledge of Ohio Learning Standards for elementary education preferred
• Experience teaching multiple subjects across grades K–5 is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lessons for 2nd and 3rd Grade.
• Teach core subjects: ELA, reading, writing, math, science, social studies.
• Differentiate instruction to meet varying abilities.
• Maintain a structured, positive, engaging classroom environment.
• Assess student performance and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Follow curriculum requirements and align with Ohio standards.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Multi-subject instruction (K-5)

Engagement strategies

Assessment of student progress

Job description

Elementary School Teacher 2nd & 3rd Grade (2/3) Location: Cleveland, OH Position Type: Full-Time, Contract Schedule: Monday Friday, 7: 00 AM 3: 30 PM Pay: Based on experience

Join Our Elementary Teaching Team! Birch Agency is seeking a motivated and student-focused Elementary School Teacher for a combined 2nd and 3rd Grade classroom in Cleveland, Ohio, for the 2026 2027 school year. The classroom features a relatively small class size of approximately 12 students, currently consisting of 8 second graders and 4 third graders. This setting provides an opportunity to deliver differentiated instruction, support individual learning goals, and help students build strong academic foundations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lessons appropriate for students in 2nd and 3rd Grade.
• Teach core subjects, including English language arts, reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Differentiate lessons to accommodate varying grade levels and student abilities.
• Maintain a structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Assess student performance and adjust instruction to support academic growth.
• Follow curriculum requirements and align instruction with Ohio Learning Standards.

Schedule & Classroom Details

• Schedule & Classroom Details Monday Friday, 7: 00 AM 3: 30 PM.
• Approximately 12 students in the classroom.
• Dedicated 30-minute lunch break and 30-minute planning period.
• Mandatory professional development days, typically 8: 00 AM 4: 00 PM.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio teaching license or applicable substitute teaching license, or the ability to renew an existing license, as appropriate for the position.
• Previous elementary classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Ohio Learning Standards for elementary education preferred.
• Experience teaching multiple subjects across grades K 5 is a plus.

Why Join Birch Agency?

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Small classroom setting that supports individualized instruction.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on elementary students.
• Full-time opportunity for the 2026 2027 school year.