Fourth Grade Teacher- Colonial Elementary Position Available In Lee, Florida

Fourth Grade Teacher- Colonial Elementary The School District of Lee County – 3.7 Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time From $50,500 a year 2 days ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Teaching Certification Bachelor’s degree Teaching Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description We are hiring a 4 th Grade Teacher at Colonial Elementary School who will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth in a safe and cost-effective manner that supports the goals of the District.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. The Florida Department of Education offers a Military Veterans Certification Pathway for future teachers. This pathway honors our heroes who have not yet earned their bachelor’s degree. We are a veteran-friendly organization and encourage you to apply. Valid Florida teaching certificate, out-of-state teaching certificate, or the ability to acquire a teaching certificate covering appropriate area of responsibility. With a Bachelor’s degree, you may be eligible to teach! No prior teaching experience required. Apply to explore pathways of acquiring your teaching certificate.

Essential Job Functions:

Plan individually or cooperatively a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, diverse backgrounds, and abilities of students. Assist in establishing department or grade-level curriculum objectives and the development of the comprehensive plan for the implementation and evaluation of the objectives. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students. Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Counsel with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis. Assist administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for support personnel and school volunteers to work cooperatively with department heads or grade level chairmen; evaluate their effectiveness. Use appropriate technology in teaching and the learning process. Adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida and meet all school and District policy requirements. Support school improvement initiatives by actively participating in school activities, services, and programs.

Your Perks:

Employee insurance programs Retirement programs Employee benefits & wellness programs Flexible spending and health savings accounts Paid sick time and holidays Free access to state-of-the art gym (located at district office) Free professional development Southwest Florida weather

About Lee County:

The School District of Lee County is the eighth-largest district in Florida and the 27th-largest school district in the United States•. We proudly educate over 101,000 students in grades K-12. Schools in Lee County play a key role in community life. With 12,000+ full- and part-time employees, the School District is one of the county’s largest employers, and with the District’s construction program, building new schools, and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area’s largest developer. •

Source:

National Center for Education Statistics The base salary for instructional positions is $50,500 per year. An increase to the base salary may be awarded with applicable years of verified work experience. Additionally, various positions and locations are paid annual supplements, as outlined in the TALC Contract. An additional supplement may be paid in recognition of an advanced degree, if held by the employee and reflected on their teaching certificate.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $50,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Fort Myers, FL 33916 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Fort Myers, FL 33916: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person