Preschool Teacher (General Education) - Clark Early Learning Center

Preschool Teacher (General Education) – Clark Early Learning Center Springfield City Schools – Columbus, Ohio Who We Are The Springfield City School District, home to The John Legend Theatre, is seeking a Preschool Teacher at Clark Early Learning Center for the 2026-2027 school year. We are a nationally ranked Division I District serving approximately 7,500 Pre‑K through grade 12 students in a vibrant learning community of 17 state‑of‑the‑art buildings in west-central Ohio. The Springfield City School District values the racial, ethnic and socioeconomic diversity of our student body, faculty and staff. Our academic and extracurricular aim is to ensure social and emotional learning growth for students with a wealth of opportunity, including a 1:1 initiative and the YouMedia Center, which is a digital learning lab offering students activities such as 3‑D printing, graphic design, and videography. Clark Early Learning Center is a 5‑Star rated elementary school that serves roughly 350 students, ages three through five. We are Wildcats! Qualifications Current licensure issued by the Ohio Department of Education with certification to teach Preschool. Possession of or in the process of applying for The Reading Endorsement or have passed Praxis 5203 (Teaching Reading: Elementary Education). Be flexible in your work schedule and be willing to attend/participate in professional development sessions. Be willing to serve on teams. Have the ability to relate to and teach students with diverse backgrounds. Have the ability to teach students with special needs and English Language Learners. Demonstrate enthusiasm in your role. Responsibilities Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and provide individualized and small group instruction to meet the needs of each student in your classroom. Manage an organized and professional classroom that is conducive to learning and the development of the whole child. Foster a cooperative and respectful partnership with families and encourage parent involvement through classroom observations and volunteer opportunities. Actively engage with at‑risk students in the learning process; planning and using appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of all students including those with special needs and English Language Learners. Recognize the needs of individual students and the entire group and offer support and flexibility as needed. Work as part of a cooperative and diverse team of educators and administrators to carry out the goals of our district. Utilize technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process. Support and remain patient with preschool students as they learn social‑emotional skills. Participate in professional development activities that are aligned with district and building goals, assigned subject content and the varied needs of students. Remain flexible, willing to compromise, and maintain a solution‑focused mindset at all times. Be enthusiastic about your work and spread joy to your students, colleagues, and families whenever possible. What We Offer As a contracted employee, Teacher work 183 days per year and 7.25 hours per day. Starting salary is in accordance with the negotiated agreement, increases with experience and education. Contracted employees receive competitive benefits. All employees receive professional development. The Springfield Education Association and the Board of Education are currently working on a new professional agreement. While that is in the works, please refer to the current agreement as to pay and benefits that are in place for the 2025‑26 school year. Salary details available below in the Springfield Education Association (SEA) negotiated agreement: #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education