English Teacher

School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Florida retirement (FRS)

Wellness incentives

On-site gym access

Employee discounts

Job summary

School District of Lee County is seeking an English Language Arts Teacher to design engaging lessons, collaborate on curriculum, and foster an inclusive classroom where students can grow in literacy and critical thinking. You will use technology and hands-on activities to illuminate concepts, regularly assess progress, and tailor instruction to help every student thrive.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and specialists, adherence to policies, student wellness, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate (or out-of-state equivalent in the appropriate content area)

Responsibilities

• Design engaging, inclusive lesson plans that spark curiosity and support diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate on curriculum planning to meet departmental goals and enhance academic achievement.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Use technology and hands-on activities to bring concepts to life.
• Regularly assess student progress, provide feedback, and tailor instruction to help every student thrive.
• Partner with colleagues, families, and specialists to support student success.
• Maintain classroom order with fairness, consistency, and empathy.
• Support school policies, student wellness, and the ethical standards of the teaching profession.
• Actively participate in school initiatives, professional development, and improvement efforts.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Florida teaching certificate

Job description

English Language Arts Teacher Opportunity

Are you passionate about language skills and shaping young minds? The School District of Lee County is looking for dynamic, dedicated English Teachers to join our team! Whether you're guiding middle school curiosity or preparing high schoolers for careers, you’ll play a vital role in students’ intellectual, emotional, and social development—while working in a safe, supportive, and future-focused environment.

What You’ll Do

As a English Teacher in Lee County, you’ll:

• Design engaging, inclusive lesson plans that spark curiosity and support diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate on curriculum planning to meet departmental goals and enhance academic achievement.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Use technology and hands-on activities to bring scientific concepts to life.
• Regularly assess student progress, provide feedback, and tailor instruction to help every student thrive.
• Partner with colleagues, families, and specialists to support student success.
• Maintain classroom order with fairness, consistency, and empathy.
• Support school policies, student wellness, and the ethical standards of the teaching profession.
• Actively participate in school initiatives, professional development, and improvement efforts.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Florida teaching certificate (or out-of-state equivalent in the appropriate content area)

Why Teach with Us?

We offer meaningful work—and great benefits too:

• Employee health, dental, vision and life insurance
• State retirement programs- FRS (Florida Retirement Services)
• Employee wellness incentives and support
• Access to a modern, on-site gym (District Office)
• Exclusive employee discounts through partner programs

About Us

The School District of Lee County is the 8th-largest in Florida and the 27th-largest in the U.S., serving over 101,000 students across grades K–12. With over 12,000 employees, we’re proud to be one of the largest employers in the region—and a vital part of the community. Whether through innovative classroom instruction or state-of-the‑art school facilities, we’re committed to providing a world‑class education in a thriving, coastal Florida community.