2nd Grade Teacher 26/27 SY - Viera Charter School

Charter School Associates; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Viera Charter School in Melbourne, FL is seeking a dedicated 2nd Grade Teacher for the 26/27 school year. You will design grade-level appropriate learning experiences, foster a climate of openness and respect, and engage students through hands-on activities and rich discussions.

You will maintain accurate digital gradebooks, communicate with parents, collaborate with a supportive team, and participate in professional learning communities to continuously improve instruction and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Education or related field.
• Florida certification in the subject area is required.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote high student achievement and create a positive classroom climate.
• Design lessons that are grade-appropriate and engaging.
• Use formal and informal assessments to guide instruction and track progress.
• Maintain accurate digital gradebooks and communicate with parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues on shared lesson plans and professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Science in Education

Florida teaching certification

Tools

Digital gradebook

Job description

2nd Grade Teacher 26/27 SY - Viera Charter School

Basic Instruction Full Time Viera Charter School | VCS, Melbourne, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1753

About the Role: Shape Young Minds!

As a key member of our faculty, you'll report directly to the Administration and play a crucial role in creating an exceptional educational experience. You'll be responsible for cultivating an effective classroom that promotes high student achievement and fosters a climate of openness, fairness, mutual respect, support, and inquiry. You'll design and deliver grade-level appropriate learning experiences that captivate students through active learning, hands-on application, and rich discussions. Utilizing both formal and informal assessment strategies, you'll maximize student achievement, modify instructional approaches as needed, and collect data for continuous improvement.

You'll collaborate closely with a supportive team to develop shared lesson plans, establish measurable goals for student achievement, and contribute to a positive school culture. You'll also actively participate in professional learning communities and attend development opportunities to continually enhance your skills. Instilling a strong independent and collaborative work ethic in your students will be key, preparing them for future success. You'll maintain accurate digital gradebooks and communicate regularly with parents, fostering strong home-school connections regarding student progress.

Ensuring a safe and organized environment is also a critical part of this role. You'll take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities, and assist administration in implementing school policies. This includes maintaining order in the classroom and overseeing paraprofessionals and volunteers when applicable. You'll continuously strive to improve your professional competence by attending meetings and serving on staff committees as required. Maintaining accurate records and adhering to all required educational plans and school policies will also be essential.

Qualifications:

We're looking for enthusiastic educators who meet the following criteria. A Bachelor of Arts/Science in Education or a related field of instruction is required, along with Florida certification in the subject area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uses classroom procedures that support effective teaching and learning to promote high student achievement.
• Develops a climate and culture of openness, fairness, mutual respect, support, and inquiry.
• Engages every student in grade level appropriate learning experiences that promote performance.
• Designs lessons to promote student engagement through active learning, hands-on application, and teacher-student and student-student conversations regarding the learning.
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to maximize student achievement and modify instructional strategies as needed.
• Collects and utilizes data for continual improvement.
• Regularly updates digital gradebook and communicates with parents regarding student progress
• Promotes independent and collaborative work ethic.
• Participates in professional learning communities and attends professional development opportunities to fully meet each child’s needs.
• Uses various assessment tools / strategies such as observations, continuums of development, portfolios, and daily assessments to help make instructional decisions for individual students.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and administrative regulation.