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Job Vacancy: 2nd Grade Teacher / Dyslexia Services Provider
Poyen School District – Poyen, Arkansas
Position Type: Full-Time (Long-Term Substitute)
Start Date: March 18, 2026 (or earlier if available)
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Salary: $263 per day
Job Category: Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood
Position Overview
Poyen School District is seeking a qualified and dedicated educator to serve as a 2nd Grade Teacher while also providing dyslexia services and targeted reading intervention for identified students. This position focuses on building strong foundational literacy skills while delivering research-based dyslexia intervention and monitoring student progress.
This is a long-term substitute position with the potential to transition into a contracted position for the 2026–2027 school year.
Work Schedule
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4-day school week: Tuesday–Friday
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Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Primary Responsibilities
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Deliver high-quality, standards-based instruction for 2nd grade
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Provide dyslexia services using approved programs and structured literacy practices
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Maintain documentation, intervention plans, and progress monitoring data
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Collaborate with school staff, intervention teams, and families
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Foster a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment
Qualifications
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Valid teaching license in Elementary Education
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Dyslexia certification/endorsement or documented training (preferred)
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Knowledge of structured literacy and evidence-based reading interventions
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Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
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Bachelor’s degree preferred
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Citizenship, residency, or valid work visa required
How to Apply
Apply online at www.poyenschool.com
Please include:
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Resume
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Copies of teaching license and certifications
Contact Information
Jamie Webb, Elementary Principal
505 W. Section Line Rd.
Poyen, AR 72128
Phone: 501-332-8884
Email: webb.jamie@poyenschool.com
Job Vacancy: 7–12 Science Teacher
Poyen School District
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Category:
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Classroom Teacher > High School / Secondary
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Classroom Teacher > Science (General)
Position Description
Poyen School District is seeking a motivated and dedicated Science Teacher to serve students in grades 7–12. The successful candidate will provide engaging, standards-based instruction that supports student learning and achievement in a secondary science classroom.
Experience with EAST (Education Accelerated by Service and Technology) is preferred but not required. This position is ideal for educators who are collaborative, student-centered, and committed to fostering curiosity and critical thinking in science.
Qualifications
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EAST experience preferred but not required
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Bachelor’s degree preferred
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Citizenship, residency, or valid work visa required
How to Apply
Interested applicants should follow the application procedures outlined on the Poyen School District website.
Contact Information
Vick Barrett, High School Principal
111 N. School St.
Poyen, AR 72128
Phone: 501-332-2939
Email: barrett.vick@poyenschool.com
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Substitute Bus Driver
We are looking for great people to join our team! Pays $20 per trip
Apply online at the Job Application Link above. Call 501-332-8884 for more information.
Job Requirments:
- CDL with passenger endorsement but we will train
- High School Diploma/GED
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Driver's License: You must possess a valid Arkansas driver's license.
- Age: The minimum age requirement to become a school bus driver in Arkansas is 21 years old.
- Driving Record: A clean driving record is essential, with no major traffic violations or DUI convictions.
- Background Check: You must pass a background check, including a criminal history check and drug screening.
- Training and Certification: Completion of a certified school bus driver training program is mandatory. This program covers topics such as student management, defensive driving, emergency procedures, and state laws and regulations.
-Full-time and part-time custodians needed. Please call 501-332-8884 for more information.
-Substitute teachers, custodians, and cafeteria workers needed. Please apply online at ESS or call 501-332-8884 for more information.