SCIENCE (MIDDLE GRADES) TEACHER*

Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) in Miami, Florida, is seeking a classroom teacher to serve in a large, diverse district known for its achievement and innovation. The role involves delivering instruction, evaluating student progress, and collaborating with families and staff.

Starting salary is $53,159 with a 6% Referendum Retirement supplement. New hires may receive credit for verified experience, with opportunities across Middle Grades and Science areas such as Astronomy and Earth &

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification as specified in the State Statutes.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students using multiple teaching methods.
• Prepares course objectives and outlines following curriculum guidelines.
• Assigns lessons, assesses progress, and informs parents of progress.
• Prepares and administers tests to evaluate pupil progress and assigns final grades.
• Maintains attendance and grade records as required.
• Counsels pupils on academic and behavioral issues.
• Maintains classroom discipline.
• Meets with parents to discuss student progress.
• Participates in faculty meetings and inservice classes.
• Performs related work as assigned by administrator.

Education

State Statutes

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 5478954

Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 5:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Dec 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Location

Miami, Florida

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.

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.

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.

Salary

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.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

• Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades


• Classroom Teacher > Science: Astronomy


• Classroom Teacher > Science: Earth & Space


• Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer.