Grade 4

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Ruskin (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Ruskin, Florida is seeking an Elementary Teacher for Grade 4 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves creating engaging lesson plans and evaluating student progress while ensuring a positive learning environment.

Applicants must hold a Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education. Responsibilities include designing instruction, managing classroom behavior, and communicating with parents to foster student success.

Qualifications

• Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents effectively.
• Works with probability, statistical inference, geometry.
• Solves practical problems and interprets instructions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction in accordance with standards.
• Create positive educational climate for students.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain grades.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Computer Skills

Education

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hillsborough County Public Schools – Ruskin, Florida

Elementary Teacher – Grade 4 (2026-2027 School Year)

Job ID: 5771866
Application Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Posted: Jun 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Position Type: Full-time

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.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform essential duties.

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.
• 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 to meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors assessment data, maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior using effective classroom management strategies and appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes precautions to provide health and safety of students and protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Information

• Communication: Express ideas verbally and in written form; good listening and comprehension; keeps others informed; selects appropriate communication methods.
• Job Knowledge: Competent in required skills; learns and applies new skills; uses resources effectively.
• Judgment: Makes decisions; supports reasoning; includes appropriate people; makes timely decisions.
• Project Management: Develops plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes, completes on time and budget.
• Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; integrates changes smoothly; sets goals and objectives; works organized.

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary – Education Required.

Skills

• Language Skills – reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; writes speeches and presents effectively.
• Mathematical Skills – works with probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions.
• Reasoning Ability – solves practical problems, interprets instructions.
• Computer Skills – Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing.
• Lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions: Noise intensity moderate.

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.

Contact Information

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