ELA/READING TEACHER (Must have a Reading Endorsement)
HIRING FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
SIGNING BONUS

• GREAT BENEFITS FAMILY ORIENTED WORK ENVIRONMENT
• SALARY NEGOTIABLE (depending upon experience & certifications)

We are searching for a dedicated and experienced Middle School ELA/Reading Teacher to join our team. As a ELA/Reading Teacher, you will be required to provide an appropriate educational atmosphere which encourages positive student learning and to participate in a dynamic setting with other classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists and other staff members in the development and implementation of the school’s programs and goals.

Primary responsibilities:

• Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the school's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
• Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximizes time on task.
• Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunity and provides real-world, application based examples and learning opportunities.
• Reviews student records in order to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student's abilities and needs. Maintain accurate and complete student records.
• Strives to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
• Utilizes a variety/range of student learning modalities in each lesson and uses differentiated instruction within those lessons.
• Utilizes diagnostic assessment of student learning on a frequent basis.
• Maintains accurate and completes student records.
• Assesses student strengths and weaknesses on a frequent basis, provides appropriate activities to address student needs and generates progress reports as required.
• Refers students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
• Assigns lessons, corrects student work product and reviews oral presentations.
• Coordinates class field trips (as required).
• Prepares students for state required achievement assessments.
• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
• Assists in the on-going curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Florida Educator License
• Must have Reading Endorsement
• Proven experience as a Reading Teacher.
• A thorough understanding of best practices in teaching.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized, flexible disposition.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Commitment to a core set of beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $47,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• 5th grade
• 6th grade
• 7th grade

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please provide a personal email if interested in this position.
• Do you have a valid Florida Teaching Certification or a valid Statement of Eligibility?
• Do you have Grades K-8 English and Reading Certification/Endorsement?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)
• Classroom management: 2 years (Required)
• General Education Teachers: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Florida Teaching Certification (Required)
• Reading Endorsement (Required)

Work Location: In person