2nd Grade Teacher

ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified 2nd Grade Teacher at Niles Preparatory Academy in Niles, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. The teacher will passionately bring the curriculum to life, fostering a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social‑emotional development.

• Prepare and deliver lesson plans, adjusting them as needed throughout the school year
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student 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 learning
• Use school‑approved curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of students
• 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 the planning and implementation of non‑instructional activities as needed
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Active and 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 based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Able to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
• Experience working within an urban environment

Salary range: $40,500 – $50,000. Factors that may affect starting pay include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Voluntary short‑term disability insurance
• Voluntary long‑term disability insurance
• Career advancement opportunities within ACCEL Schools and its network of 4,000+ education professionals

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