Kindergarten Educator: Hands-On Learning Leader

teachers-ocps; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) seeks a qualified classroom teacher to join a dynamic educational team. The role involves planning hands-on activities, collaborating with administrators and staff, and supporting school improvement initiatives.

The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree and Florida certification eligibility, with strong communication and organizational skills. The position emphasizes student progress assessment, effective instructional techniques, and engagement with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Certification or eligible for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Works with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
• Participates as an active member with other faculty and staff.
• Participates in a cooperative effort with faculty and staff to plan, implement and evaluate programs of continuing school improvement.
• Manages classroom and supervises proper care of equipment used.
• Participates in personal professional growth activities focused on the acquisition of new and improved skills and knowledge.
• Daignoses and analyzes student progress to provide appropriate instruction.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques to meet individual student needs.
• Utilizes technology and current research in instruction.
• Evaluates students' progress on a regular basis.
• Uses classroom management techniques conducive to an effective climate.
• Shows sensitivity to students, parents and the community.
• Maintains professional relationship between school and parents.
• Maintains contact with parents through conferences, calls or notes.
• Encourages parental involvement through school activities.
• Maintains all records including grade books and attendance.
• Protects student and school property.
• Stays up to date on technology used in OCPS with district support.
• Delivers timely and accurate information as part of responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Child development

Communication skills

Technology use

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certification eligible (FL)

Job description

Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) seeks a qualified classroom teacher to join a dynamic educational team. The role involves planning hands-on activities, collaborating with administrators and staff, and supporting school improvement initiatives.

The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree and Florida certification eligibility, with strong communication and organizational skills. The position emphasizes student progress assessment, effective instructional techniques, and engagement with