Engaging 2nd Grade Teacher – Growth-Centric & SEL Focus

Western Toledo Preparatory Academy at Spring Meadows; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Voluntary life insurance (employee,sp​

Voluntary short-term disability

Voluntary long-term disability

Job summary

Western Toledo Preparatory Academy at Spring Meadows in Toledo, Ohio, part of the ACCEL Schools network, seeks a passionate 2nd Grade Teacher to deliver engaging lessons and to support student growth.

The role emphasizes differentiating instruction, maintaining records, and collaborating with families to promote academic and social-emotional development. A state license and urban-experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Comfort with growth-focused coaching through frequent observations and progress monitoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks.
• Experience 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 reflecting diverse backgrounds.
• Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms.
• Communicate and meet with families regarding academic and social-emotional growth.
• Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning.
• Participate in planning and implementation of non-instructional activities as needed.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Background checks

Student supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

State of Ohio teaching license

Job description

Western Toledo Preparatory Academy at Spring Meadows in Toledo, Ohio, part of the ACCEL Schools network, seeks a passionate 2nd Grade Teacher to deliver engaging lessons and to support student growth.

The role emphasizes differentiating instruction, maintaining records, and collaborating with families to promote academic and social-emotional development. A state license and urban-experience are preferred.