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High School Teacher - Sunshine Learning Miami
Sunshine Learning Miami is a small private K–12 microschool focused on creating a positive, engaging, and low-stress learning environment where students can genuinely enjoy learning. With approximately 80 students total and a 1:10 student-to-teacher ratio, we prioritize individualized support, hands-on learning, creativity, and meaningful relationships over high-pressure academics and excessive testing.
We believe students learn best through experiences, encouragement, curiosity, and connection. Our classrooms emphasize collaboration, experimentation, field trips, and making education something students look forward to.
We are currently seeking a full-time Elementary Teacher to join our growing team.
Responsibilities
- Teach in a small classroom setting
- Create engaging, hands-on lessons and activities
- Foster a positive and well-managed classroom environment
- Support students academically, socially, and emotionally
- Collaborate with other staff members and families
- Help contribute to field trips, experiments, projects, and experiential learning opportunities
- Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs
What We Offer
- 1:10 student-to-teacher ratio
- Small, relationship-focused school environment
- Collaborative and supportive staff culture
- Minimal standardized testing pressure
- No after-hours grading expectations
- No oversized classrooms
- PTO included
- Full-time schedule (35 hours weekly)
Qualifications
- Experience working with children required
- Teaching experience preferred
- Degree, certification, or equivalent relevant experience welcomed
- Strong classroom management skills
- Positive, creative, and flexible mindset
- Passion for creating a supportive learning environment
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is warm, adaptable, organized, and capable of creating a classroom where students feel safe, motivated, and excited to learn. We are especially interested in educators who value creativity, experiential learning, and individualized support.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16