4-5th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Elyria)

Constellation Schools•Elyria, OH

1d•$38,500 - $48,000•Onsite

About The Position

Constellation Schools is seeking a qualified 4/5th Grade Social Studies Teacher in Elyria, Ohio. The teacher will deliver engaging instruction and create a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. The role includes adapting instruction and curricula to students’ needs and backgrounds, supporting student progress and behavior, and collaborating with families and colleagues. The position is part of a school community focused on academic achievement, character education, life skills, and social-emotional learning. Constellation Schools comprise 15 learning communities operated by ACCEL Schools. The organization’s mission is to provide every child with an excellent education built on a foundation of character education for lifelong success. The salary range is $38,500–$48,000. Starting pay within the range may be affected by geography or market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

Requirements

Active, current Ohio teaching license in the appropriate content area.
Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
Comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment involving frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to properly manage confidential information.
Ability to supervise students of various ages in different school settings, including playgrounds and cafeterias.
Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks.
Experience working within an urban environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver lesson plans, modifying them as needed during the school year.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
Use research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction.
Manage student behavior in the classroom.
Create a positive classroom learning environment.
Use school-approved curricula that reflect students’ diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms.
Communicate and meet with families about students’ 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.

Benefits

Paid time off.
Retirement contributions.
Optional basic life and AD&D insurance.
Voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary short-term disability insurance.
Voluntary long-term disability insurance.
Career advancement opportunities throughout ACCEL Schools and its network of education professionals.