Elementary Teachers (Grade 2-3) - Summer School 25/26

Job Title: Elementary Teachers - Summer School 25/26

Reports To: Elementary Level Summer School Principal

Contract Length: Seasonal (June 1 - June 26, 2026)

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Last Updated: February 2026

Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Reynoldsburg, our educators embody the principles outlined in Our Portrait of an Educator, inspiring students to innovate, collaborate, and excel. For more information, visit https://www.reyn.org/about-rcs/mission-vision-values.

Primary Job Function:

The Reynoldsburg City Schools’ Summer School Elementary Teacher is responsible for providing targeted academic intervention and enrichment to elementary students. This role focuses on closing achievement gaps through data-driven instruction aligned with Ohio’s Learning Standards and the OTES 2.0 framework, ensuring a supportive and productive summer learning environment.

Start Date: June 2, 2026

Planning session will take place on June 1st

Instructional Days Monday-Thursday

Hours 7:30 am to 12:30 pm

Salary:  $29.69 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education or related field.

• Valid Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Teaching License (e.g., P-3, K-3, or 1-8).

• Proficiency in digital learning tools, including Google Classroom, Google Meet, and Zoom.

• Successful completion of BCI/FBI background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Reading Endorsement or specialized training in the Science of Reading.

• Experience in summer learning loss prevention or credit recovery.

• Proven track record of improving student literacy or numeracy outcomes.

   

   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Primary functions may include the following duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification.

OTES 2.0 Instructional Planning

• Focuses on Focus for Learning and Prior Content Knowledge/Sequence/Connections.

• Plans ambitious, standards-based lessons that connect to students’ prior knowledge.

• Incorporates Knowledge of Students by tailoring instruction to individual developmental and cultural needs.

Instructional Delivery and Engagement

• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to keep students engaged in both physical and virtual settings.

• Uses appropriate technology (Google Suite, Zoom) to enhance instruction and maintain communication.

• Employs content scope and sequence to ensure all summer learning objectives are met within the condensed timeframe.

Assessment and Data Analysis

• Monitors student progress toward mastery of instructional goals and objectives daily.

• Uses formative and summative assessments to provide immediate feedback to students and parents.

• Maintains accurate and complete student records, including attendance and grading, in compliance with district policy.

Classroom Culture and Management

• Establishes a classroom climate conducive to learning that reflects high positive expectations for student performance.

• Follows established school-wide discipline procedures and PBIS frameworks.

• Creates an environment that accommodates individual learning differences and encourages attendance.

Professionalism and Communication

• Communicates effectively and regularly with the educational community and parents regarding student work and behavior.

• Adheres to established laws, policies, and regulations, including FERPA and student confidentiality.

• Participates in the required planning session on June 1 and remains punctual for all instructional hours (7:30 am to 12:30 pm).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES 2.0) standards and rubrics.

• Ohio Learning Standards for Elementary Language Arts and Mathematics.

• Instructional management systems and virtual learning platforms.

• Effective classroom management and student engagement techniques.

Skilled in:

• Multi-tasking and organizing teaching strategies to maximize instructional time.

• Facilitating virtual hangouts and digital collaborative spaces.

• Differentiating instruction for diverse learners and intervention groups.

Ability to:

• Interpret and implement district-adopted curricula with fidelity.

• Build rapid, positive rapport with students during a short-term program.

• Work collaboratively with the Summer School Principal and fellow staff members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in keeping with law.

Physical Demands – While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is required to sit or stand and move around for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to push, pull, lift and carry over 25 pounds on occasion.

Working Conditions – The employee in this position may experience occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue. The employee may also be required to interact with unruly children.

Driving Requirement – This position may require driving to various school sites or events.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the employee’s supervisor and or appointing authority.