Job FunctionThe Reynoldsburg City Schools Specialized Electives Teacher serves as an instructional leader and mentor during critical developmental and transitional stages for students. This role emphasizes specialized content expertise hands-on and experiential learning and developmentally responsive instruction that fosters the intellectual physical social and emotional growth of every student in alignment with Ohios Learning Standards Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) OTES 2.0 performance standards and the Districts mission.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors degree in Education or subject-specific field from an accredited college or university.
- Licensure & Certification: Valid active Ohio Teaching License Certificate or Permit for the specific subject area and assigned grade band:
- Fine Arts / PE / Health: Multi-Age (PK12) in Art Music Physical Education or Health.
- STEM / Science / Tech / Electives: Primary / Elementary (PK5 / PK8) Middle Childhood (49 Science Math or Tech/Computer Science) Adolescence to Young Adult (712 Science/Math) Multi-Age PK12 or valid Ohio STEM Teaching Permit / Endorsement / Supplemental STEM License.
- Background Checks: Ability to pass Federal (FBI) and State (BCI) background checks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in Education STEM Fine Arts Physical Education or subject-specific field.
- 23 years of teaching experience in an active project-based studio lab or outdoor learning environment.
- Demonstrated experience with Project-Based Learning (PBL) Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and trauma-informed practices.
- Proficiency in integrating educational technology specialized tools laboratory equipment or physical/digital production software.
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.
Focus for Learning & Instructional Planning (OTES 2.0)
- Aligns daily instruction long-range scope and sequence and assessments directly with Ohio Learning Standards National Standards or NGSS in the designated discipline.
- Develops measurable clear and rigorous student learning goals establishing high expectations for all learners.
- Establishes and executes a Professional Growth Plan (PGP) driven by student performance data and self-reflection in accordance with OTES 2.0 framework cycles.
Lesson Delivery & Critical Thinking (OTES 2.0)
- Plan and deliver rigorous standards-aligned instruction using district curriculum and specialized instructional resources.
- Employs varied research-based strategies hands-on application inquiry-based labs design challenges and modern technology to foster critical thinking problem-solving and creativity.
- Communicates learning outcomes clearly checks for understanding throughout lessons and adjusts instructional pacing based on real-time student feedback.
Knowledge of Students & Student Support (OTES 2.0)
- Demonstrates an understanding of adolescent development cultural backgrounds and learning styles to make content accessible to all students.
- Differentiates content process and product to accommodate diverse learners collaborating with intervention specialists to fulfill Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) 504 Plans and English Learner (EL) accommodations.
- Connects specialized elective content across disciplines and promotes real-world applications (e.g. career exploration pathways wellness habits environmental stewardship artistic expression).
Classroom & Learning Environment Management (OTES 2.0)
- Establishes and maintains consistent routines and expectations in alignment with building-wide PBIS frameworks across active school settings (labs studios gymnasiums computer rooms outdoor beds).
- Enforces strict safety protocols for hands-on activities physical movement equipment use chemical handling and digital tools.
- Maintains a trauma-informed behavior management system promoting student self-discipline and restoring positive behavior in alignment with district policy.
Assessment of & for Student Learning (OTES 2.0)
- Uses diagnostic formative and summative assessment strategies (e.g. rubrics performance tasks portfolios lab reports code reviews physical assessments) to measure growth.
- Provides timely actionable feedback to support students technical analytical artistic or physical development.
- Analyzes assessment data to evaluate instructional effectiveness and adjust teaching practices.
Facility & Resource Management
- Manages subject-specific equipment hardware software inventory supplies and safety protocols within allocated budgets.
- Coordinates organizes and oversees student showcases exhibitions science/STEM fairs coding competitions concerts performances art displays or fitness events that promote school and community engagement.
Professional Responsibility & Collaboration (OTES 2.0)
- Participates actively in Teacher-Based Teams (TBTs) Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) staff development and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- Maintains proactive regular communication with families regarding academic progress events and expectations using district-approved platforms.
- Supervises students in instructional and non-instructional settings (hallways cafeteria arrival/dismissal) and strictly adheres to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
Subject AreaSpecific Technical Tasks
Depending on the specific assignment within the Specialized Electives department teachers will execute specialized technical duties aligned with their discipline:
- STEM / Robotics & Computer Science: Guide students through foundational coding (block-based or text-based languages) and algorithm design; troubleshoot mechanical electrical and software issues during hands-on robotic builds; manage robotics hardware sensors and microcontrollers; organize coding competitions or showcases.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Adolescent development Ohio Learning Standards National Standards NGSS and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
- Core technical concepts within the assigned elective discipline (e.g. musical theory artistic mediums kinesiology coding soil science media creation).
- Relevant safety regulations digital privacy laws (COPPA/FERPA) and physical/laboratory safety protocols.
Skilled in:
- Classroom and environment management in active non-traditional lab studio or outdoor learning environments.
- Instructional technology integration data analysis and differentiated instructional design.
- Organizational management budget oversight hardware/software troubleshooting and equipment inventory control.
Ability to:
- Differentiate instruction dynamically for a wide range of learners and build trusting supportive relationships.
- Maintain composure and control in high-energy active dynamic or tech-heavy instructional environments.
- Perform physical tasks required by specific disciplines (e.g. lifting equipment outdoor work moving instruments/tools).
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Regularly required to speak hear sit stand and move around the classroom or outdoor space for extended active disciplines (PE Music Art STEM/Robotics Gardening) significant physical movement (demonstrating techniques lifting tools/instruments assembling hardware bending/digging) is required. Must be able to push pull lift and carry items over 25 to 50 pounds on occasion.
Working Conditions
This is a fast-paced environment with significant mental and emotional demands. Depending on assignment the employee may experience exposure to outdoor weather conditions soil/compost non-hazardous chemicals/lab materials or loud environments (gymnasiums music rooms robotics labs). Professional collaboration and preparation may extend beyond core instructional hours to meet PLC needs.
Driving Requirement
Occasional driving may be required to various school sites district events or off-site competitions/showcases.
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 employees supervisor and/or appointing authority.
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