Elementary School Teacher

Elementary Learning Center Teacher / Academic Supervisor (K–8)

The Way Christian Academy (TWCA): Tampa, Florida
Position: Elementary Learning Center Teacher / Academic Supervisor
Job Type: [Full-Time]
Compensation: [Salary Range]

About Our School

The Way Christian Academy is a private Christian school committed to providing a Christ-centered educational environment that encourages academic achievement, personal responsibility, character development, and spiritual growth.

Our school utilizes the Accelerated Christian Education (A.C.E.) curriculum, an individualized, mastery-based educational program in which students progress through PACE (Packet of Accelerated Christian Education) booklets at their appropriate academic levels. Unlike a traditional classroom setting, our learning center allows students to work independently while receiving structured academic supervision, individualized instruction, encouragement, and assistance from qualified educational staff.

Position Summary: The Way Christian Academy is seeking a dedicated, organized, and experienced educator to serve as an Elementary Learning Center Teacher / Academic Supervisor for grades K–8. This person MUST be a practicing Christian, and if not currently a member of a Protestant Church, they are willing to attend the school's Church on campus.

The successful candidate will oversee the daily academic activities of a multi-grade learning center, monitor student progress, provide individualized instruction, and maintain an orderly, positive, and productive learning environment. The position also includes direct supervision of a classroom assistant primarily responsible for kindergarten and first-grade students.

This position is particularly suited for an educator who enjoys mentoring students, facilitating independent learning, identifying academic needs, and helping children develop confidence, discipline, and a love for learning.

Primary Responsibilities

Academic Instruction and Supervision

• Oversee the daily educational activities of students in grades K–8 using the A.C.E. curriculum.
• Facilitate individualized learning rather than relying exclusively on traditional whole-class instruction.
• Monitor student progress through assigned PACE booklets and established academic goals.
• Provide direct instruction, tutoring, and academic intervention when students encounter difficulties.
• Evaluate student mastery, identify learning gaps, and recommend appropriate instructional support.
• Encourage students to develop independent study habits, responsibility, and effective time-management skills.
• Maintain accurate records of academic progress, assignments, testing, and completed coursework.

Learning Center Management

• Establish and maintain a structured, orderly, and encouraging learning environment.
• Supervise students working at different grade levels and stages of academic development.
• Monitor daily academic goals, student productivity, and classroom behavior.
• Implement school policies regarding attendance, discipline, academic integrity, and student conduct.
• Recognize individual learning differences and adjust instructional support accordingly.

Staff Supervision and Collaboration

• Provide daily direction, guidance, and oversight to the classroom assistant assigned primarily to kindergarten and first grade.
• Coordinate instructional activities and student supervision with the assistant.
• Ensure appropriate academic support, classroom management, and student safety across all grade levels.
• Communicate regularly with school administration regarding academic progress, student needs, and classroom operations.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school activities as required.

Parent Communication and Student Development

• Maintain professional, constructive communication with parents concerning student progress and academic concerns.
• Encourage Christian character, personal responsibility, respect, and positive interpersonal relationships.
• Support the school's mission of integrating biblical principles into students' educational and personal development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required, preferably in education or a related field.
• Previous teaching experience with elementary-age students.
• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise students across multiple grade levels and varying academic abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with classroom assistants and school administrators.
• Commitment to the mission and Christian educational philosophy of The Way Christian Academy.
• Ability to meet applicable school employment and background-screening requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching in a private or Christian school.
• Familiarity with Accelerated Christian Education (A.C.E.) or other individualized, mastery-based learning programs.
• Experience supervising classroom assistants or paraprofessionals.
• Experience providing individualized instruction and academic interventions.
• Bachelor's degree in elementary education or a closely related field; advanced degrees are welcomed but not required.

Prior A.C.E. experience is preferred but not required. Training and orientation in our learning center procedures and curriculum will be provided.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking an educator who is patient, dependable, organized, and genuinely invested in the academic and personal development of children.

The ideal candidate understands that effective teaching involves more than delivering lessons. It requires recognizing individual student needs, providing appropriate academic guidance, establishing clear expectations, and creating an environment where students can succeed.

The successful candidate will be comfortable functioning as both an educator and an academic supervisor in a structured, multi-grade learning center.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a current résumé outlining educational qualifications, relevant teaching experience, and experience working with elementary students.

Qualified applicants will be contacted regarding the interview process.

The Way Christian Academy
Christ-Centered Education Individualized Learning Academic Excellence

Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Pay: $673.08 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Experience:

• special needs education: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $673