Grade 1

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Florida seeks an Elementary Teacher for Grade 1. Responsibilities include creating lessons, managing classroom behavior, and communicating with parents. Candidates must hold a Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education and have strong language and mathematical skills. This role supports diverse learning needs and ensures a positive climate for student engagement.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents effectively.
• Proficient in applying mathematical concepts to practical situations.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction according to state standards.
• Creates a positive educational climate for student learning.
• Manages student behavior using effective classroom management strategies.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Computer Skills

Education

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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

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.

Qualifications

• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education.
• Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries or complaints; writes and presents effectively.
• Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts including probability, statistics, geometry, and trigonometry; applies fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and interprets instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.

Other Information

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 identity, political beliefs, disability or age. The district may have preferences in certain veteran-related procedures as applicable.

Physical Demands: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing; lifting up to 10 pounds; overhead reaching. Environment: moderate noise. All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education required.

Salary Schedules and job-related resources: See district pages for details.