Grade 1

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough County Public Schools Gibsonton Elementary in Gibsonton, FL seeks an Elementary Grade 1 teacher. The role involves delivering instruction, creating a productive classroom climate, and engaging families in student progress.

The ideal candidate holds a Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary and demonstrates strong classroom management, differentiated instruction, and curriculum alignment to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Summary: Elementary teacher responsible for instruction of designated content areas in a classroom.
• Must hold Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary.
• Postings indicate district expectations and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements instruction aligned with state standards and district curriculum.
• Creates a positive educational climate emphasizing respect and rapport.
• Delivers relevant, rigorous lessons to maximize engagement and achievement.
• Uses diverse teaching practices to meet students' varied needs.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and maintains records.
• Manages classroom behavior with effective strategies and discipline.
• Communicates progress with parents and school staff.
• Ensures health, safety, and confidentiality of records and data.
• Maintains required certifications and professional development hours.
• Performs other assigned duties as needed.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Curriculum alignment

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's in Elementary Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grade 1

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Job Details

Job ID: 5978365

Application Deadline: Nov 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Grade 1 - 252278

US:FL:Gibsonton:Gibsonton Elementary | Instructional

Posted 0 weeks ago | Apply before November 27, 2026

Description

Summary: The Elementary Teacher is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within an elementary school.

District Expectations

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
• Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other Information

Communication: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally, in written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, keeps others adequately informed, selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge, exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills, keeps abreast of current developments, requires minimal supervision, displays understanding of how job relates to others, uses resources effectively.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, supports and explains reasoning for decisions, includes appropriate people in decision making process, makes timely decisions.

Project Management: Develops project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes and progress, completes projects on time, on budget, manages project team activities.

Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, plans for additional resources, integrates changes smoothly, sets goals and objectives, works in an organized manner.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary

Education Required.

Language Skills

Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community. Writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.

Mathematical Skills

Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing.

Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3, moderate.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Althea Walker
• 901 East Kennedy Boulevard
• Tampa, Florida 33602
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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