READING TEACHER*

Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) in Miami, FL, is seeking a Reading Teacher to instruct K-12 students using diverse teaching methods and to support student growth in reading and literacy.

The position requires preparing objectives, assessing progress, and partnering with parents and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment. The role is full-time and based in Miami, Florida, with opportunities to contribute to district-wide literacy initiatives.

Qualifications

• As specified in the State Statutes.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students, using various teaching methods, including lectures and demonstrations.
• Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines.
• Assigns lessons; assesses student's progress including homework assignments; and hears presentations.
• Prepares and administers tests to evaluate pupil progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress and assigns final grades.
• Maintains attendance and grade records as required by school.
• Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.
• Maintains discipline in the classroom.
• Meets with parents to discuss pupils' academic, social and behavioral progress.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and inservice classes.
• Performs related work as required or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee.

Job description

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READING TEACHER*

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5478951
Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 5:00 AM (UTC)
Posted: Dec 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation’s third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.

BASIC OBJECTIVES
This is a professional position responsible for the instruction of one or more subjects to K-12 school students.

JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Instructs students, using various teaching methods, including lectures and demonstrations.
• 2. Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines.
• 3. Assigns lessons; assesses student's progress including homework assignments; and hears presentations.
• 4. Prepares and administers tests to evaluate pupil progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress and assigns final grades.
• 5. Maintains attendance and grade records as required by school.
• 6. Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.
• 7. Maintains discipline in the classroom.
• 8. Meets with parents to discuss pupils' academic, social and behavioral progress.
• 9. Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and inservice classes.
• 10. Performs related work as required or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This is light work which requires the following physical activities: mobility, reaching, sitting, finger dexterity, lifting, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
As specified in the State Statutes.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Starting Teacher Salary: $53,159.00*

*(includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,009)

New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.

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We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy