Lincoln Elementary School - Long Term Substitute - Structured Literacy Specialist

Cuyahoga-Falls-City-School-District; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cuyahoga Falls City School District is seeking a Long Term Substitute - Structured Literacy Specialist for Lincoln Elementary School in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The assignment runs from 11/02/2026 to 01/25/2027, serving elementary students with a focus on reading instruction.

Ideal candidates hold an elementary license and a Reading Specialist endorsement; a CALT or QI certification is preferred. The district emphasizes equal opportunity employment and compliant hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in elementary education.
• Master's degree in reading, literacy, or a related field.
• Significant experience teaching with a focus on reading instruction.
• Experience providing evidence-based reading interventions to individuals or small groups.
• Structured literacy program certifications (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, Wilson).
• Certification as CALT or Qualified Instructor (QI).
• BCII/FBI background check and drug screening completed.

Skills

Significant classroom teaching

Reading instruction focus

Evidence-based reading interventions

Structured literacy certifications

CALT or QI certification

Background check & drug screening

Education

Bachelor's degree in elementary education

Master's degree in reading, literacy, or related field

Job description

Lincoln Elementary School - Long Term Substitute - Structured Literacy Specialist

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5926733


• Application Deadline: Posted until filled


• Posted: Sep 15, 2026 2:05 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Cuyahoga Falls City School District

Every Student, Every Day, Every Opportunity!

Date of Posting September 14, 2026

School Year 2026-2027

Location Lincoln Elementary School

Position Long Term Substitute - Structured Literacy Specialist

Assignment Dates 11/02/2026 - 01/25/2027

Grade Level and/or Subject Area Elementary

Certification/Licensure Required

• An appropriate, valid Ohio teacher license certified in elementary education recognized by the Department of Education and Workforce


• Reading Specialist certification or endorsement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in elementary education


• Master's degree in reading, literacy, or a related field


• Significant experience as a classroom teacher, particularly with a focus on reading instruction


• Experience providing evidence-based reading interventions to students individually or small groups


• Structured literacy program certifications (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading System)


• Certification as a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) or Qualified Instructor (QI)


• Acceptable report on required BCII/FBI background investigation and drug screening


• See job description for additional information

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Cuyahoga Falls Board of Education has dedicated itself to providing equal admission opportunities, equal education opportunities, and equal employment opportunities. It is the policy of the Board that no staff member, or candidate for a position, in this district shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, military status, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, sex, actual or perceived gender, actual or perceived sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or genetic information be discriminated against. Upon request to the Director of Human Resources, the District shall make reasonable accommodations for a person with a disability to be able to participate in this process.

Preferential consideration will be given to those applicants who are properly certified/licensed, and have met all federal and state statutory requirements of \"highly qualified\", in the core academic areas. All applicants must apply for the position and submit any supporting materials via the AppliTrack system. Simply click on the employment button on the district web site then go to \"All Vacancies.\" If you wish to apply for this vacancy, click on \"Apply,\" and complete the online application. If you are an internal candidate, please apply under Internal Candidates.

Position Type: Full-time

Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Substitute > Substitute

Contact Information

• Ellen McClure


• 431 Stow Avenue


• Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44222


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]