Third Grade Teacher - Springmill STEM

About the role

The Third Grade Teacher position at Springmill STEM Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year aims to provide leadership for learning at the classroom level. Reporting to the Building Principal/Designee, the ideal candidate will possess essential skills including communications, independence, ethics, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy, and knowledge management.

Essential Skills

• Communications Skills: Ability to create and share content online, receive and incorporate feedback, and identify trends and ideas from elsewhere.
• The Ability to Learn Independently: Taking responsibility for acquiring and applying knowledge, especially in a rapidly changing field like STEM.
• Ethics and Responsibility: Building trust and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Teamwork and Flexibility: Collaborating with colleagues, students, and partners to solve problems and implement solutions.
• Thinking Skills: Identifying needs, finding appropriate solutions, and engaging in creative problem-solving.
• Digital Skills: Using technology to enhance learning experiences and integrate digital tools into the curriculum.
• Knowledge Management: Managing and applying information effectively within a specific subject area.

STEM Qualifications and Responsibilities

• Prior STEM classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to STEM instruction and professional development.
• Experience teaching K-6 age group with a focus on STEM and Nature Education.
• Strong STEM and Literacy education background.
• Ability to weave STEM and nature education throughout the school year.
• Development of STEM curriculum materials and instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio Teaching Certificate/License in the appropriate subject area or grade level(s).
• Flexibility, problem-solving attitude, and belief in all students' ability to learn.
• Excellent attendance and recognition of its importance in teaching and learning.

Performance Responsibilities

• Positive Relationships: Developing strong, trusting relationships with students.
• High Expectations: Believing in students' abilities and motivating them to achieve at high levels.
• Care and Concern: Understanding students deeply and demonstrating genuine affection.
• Standards-based Teaching: Using state standards as a foundation for instruction.
• Facilitating Learning: Designing and implementing effective lessons that engage all students.
• Mastering Subject Matter: Being an expert in the subjects taught and continuously updating knowledge.
• Persistence: Having the resilience to endure the challenges of teaching.
• Technology: Utilizing technology effectively in teaching and learning.
• Reflective Practice: Engaging in reflective practice to improve teaching effectiveness.

Essential Functions

• Maintaining accurate records and providing feedback to students.
• Assessing student learning and providing progress reports.
• Identifying and addressing student learning difficulties.
• Supporting the administration in implementing policies and rules.
• Collaborating with other staff members and external specialists.
• Assisting in maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Communicating with students, parents, and the community.
• Adapting to changes and managing multiple responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to drive and travel within the building.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move equipment or supplies weighing up to thirty pounds.
• Ability to manage balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, or standing.
• Effective communication skills, including language and writing.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group discussions.
• Able to react productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Able to accurately discern detail in various materials.
• Able to analyze data and present alternative actions and solutions.
• Able to prioritize tasks and complete duties efficiently.
• Able to maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions.

Terms of Employment

The Mansfield City School District adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensures equal opportunity for all employees. The district is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all students and staff.