3rd Grade Teacher/Long Term Sub

Oakmont Education•Cleveland, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Forrester Education is seeking a 3rd Grade Teacher / Long-Term Substitute to lead a third-grade classroom at Orchard Park Academy in Cleveland, Ohio. This full-time, on-site role provides consistent instruction and a supportive classroom environment that fosters students’ academic and social development. The position is centered on building foundational reading, writing, and math skills while supporting a mission to improve educational outcomes for urban students.

Requirements

Valid Ohio teaching license appropriate for grade 3 or an Ohio long-term substitute license.
Strong knowledge of educational principles, child development, and classroom management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, adaptability, and commitment to continued personal and professional growth.
Complete a BCI/FBI background check and comply with Ohio Administrative Code Rule 3301-20-01.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
Classroom experience, including student teaching or internships.
Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and building a strong, mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities

Assume full responsibility for a third-grade classroom, maintaining continuity of instruction and classroom routines throughout the assignment.
Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and teaching strategies aligned with state and district standards.
Maintain an organized, inclusive, and safe classroom that encourages participation, cooperation, and discipline.
Deliver engaging instruction across multiple subjects, with a strong focus on foundational literacy and math, adapting instruction to diverse learning styles and abilities.
Assess student progress using quizzes, tests, assignments, and other methods, and provide timely feedback to students and families.
Identify and address individual student needs, including special educational requirements and learning disabilities.
Communicate proactively with parents and guardians about student progress, behavior, and concerns.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to coordinate curriculum, share practices, and address school-wide issues.
Use educational materials, technology, and other resources to enhance learning.
Promote positive social and behavioral development, including respect, responsibility, and empathy.
Ensure student safety and well-being, including during emergencies.
Uphold high ethical standards in interactions with students, families, colleagues, and the school community.
Participate in job-embedded professional development to stay current with teaching techniques, educational trends, and curriculum developments.