Bilingual 1st Grade Teacher (Spanish)

Overview ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified 1st Grade Teacher at Columbus Bilingual West in Columbus, Ohio for the upcoming 2026‑2027 school year. The teacher will bring the curriculum to life, create a positive classroom environment, and support student learning and social‑emotional development. Columbus Bilingual West serves EK‑6th grade students in a vibrant, language‑rich learning community where students build strong verbal and literacy skills. The school offers 40 minutes of daily Spanish instruction, immersive cultural experiences, and celebrates Latino heritage. Responsibilities Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ 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 students to learn in Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students Implement school‑wide culture expectations and norms Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social‑emotional growth of their child 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 Qualifications Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area Bachelor’s degree in education or related field High level of 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 properly manage confidential information 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 Benefits The salary range for this position is $41,000 - $49,000. Factors such as geography, skills, education, experience and other qualifications may affect starting pay. Life benefits: 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 benefits: Career advancement opportunities throughout ACCEL Schools and the network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

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