Kindergarten Teacher - Summit Road STEM Elementary

Reynoldsburg City School District • Reynoldsburg, OH

5h

About The Position

The Reynoldsburg City Schools’ Elementary Teacher is responsible for fostering a nurturing, safe, and inclusive environment where foundational academic and social-emotional skills are developed. This role focuses on "Science of Reading" implementation, explicit Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction, and the management of whole-child development through PBIS and community building.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field.
• Valid Ohio Teaching License (P-5 or K-8).
• Proper endorsements for subject area (e.g., Reading, TESOL) as required by the State of Ohio.
• Knowledge of: Foundational literacy acquisition, child development (ages 5-11), and state/federal education laws (FERPA).
• Skilled in: Data analysis, instructional technology, and differentiation.
• Ability to: Differentiate instruction for English Learners (EL) and students with IEP/504 plans; communicate effectively with families via TalkingPoints or newsletters.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Education or Curriculum and Instruction.
• Experience with "Science of Reading" frameworks and OELPS/OELPA evaluations.
• Proven experience in managing classroom behaviors using trauma-informed techniques.

Responsibilities

• Tiered Instruction: Plan and deliver explicit Tier 1 instruction in ELA (Phonics, Fluency, Comprehension) and Math aligned with Ohio Learning Standards.
• Small-Group Intervention: Facilitate small-group interventions (Tier 2) to reteach target skills and provide enrichment for high-achieving students.
• SEL Integration: Integrate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) through daily community meetings and the RISE (Respect, Integrity, Self-control, Engagement) framework.
• Benchmark Assessment: Administer and analyze benchmark assessments (KRA, MAP, Acadience) to guide daily instruction.
• Progress Tracking: Maintain Reading Improvement and Monitoring Plans (RIMPs) and track progress for students not meeting grade-level benchmarks.
• Feedback & Records: Provide meaningful, personalized feedback on student work and maintain accurate records in PowerSchool.
• Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a PBIS-centered classroom environment that promotes safety and resilience.
• Student Supervision: Monitor students during non-instructional times, including lunch, recess, and arrival/dismissal (car rider/bus duty).
• Space Maintenance: Ensure a clean and organized learning space conducive to physical and emotional safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees