Elementary Teacher — Growth‑Focused Urban Charter School

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Optional Life and AD&D insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Discounted childcare

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ACCEL Schools is seeking an Elementary Teacher for Springfield Sports Academy in Springfield, Ohio. The teacher will deliver differentiated instruction, maintain student progress records, and apply research-based practices to create a positive, growth-oriented classroom environment.

The role requires an Ohio teaching license and a Bachelor's degree in education, plus strong communication. Benefits include health, retirement, and other offerings supporting a diverse urban student body.

Qualifications

• Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area.
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Growth-focused coaching environment with frequent observations and progress monitoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass federal and state background checks.
• Experience working in urban environments.

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 the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students
• Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms
• Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
• Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning
• Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as needed
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Ohio teaching license

Communication skills

Urban education experience

Background checks

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

ACCEL Schools is seeking an Elementary Teacher for Springfield Sports Academy in Springfield, Ohio. The teacher will deliver differentiated instruction, maintain student progress records, and apply research-based practices to create a positive, growth-oriented classroom environment.

The role requires an Ohio teaching license and a Bachelor's degree in education, plus strong communication. Benefits include health, retirement, and other offerings supporting a diverse urban student body.