Grade 5/ELA

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

Job summary

A school district in Florida is seeking a Grade 5/ELA Teacher responsible for creating and delivering engaging lessons. Applicants must have a Florida Professional Educator Certificate and demonstrate effective teaching practices. The role emphasizes student engagement and support. Additional responsibilities include managing classroom behavior, tracking student progress, and maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes and presents clearly.
• Works with math concepts and applies fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Solves practical problems and interprets instructions.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Grade 5/ELA teacher role at Hillsborough County Public Schools. 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.

District/General 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.

Qualifications

• Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Elementary
• Education Required
• Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes and presents clearly
• Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts and applies fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and interprets instructions
• 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 moderate

Application & Policy Notes

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. Applicants must have an active application and receive an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position. Policy notes: 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, social/family background, disability or age. The district may provide eligibility preferences for veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

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