Teacher - 2nd

Ucp-of-Central-Florida; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ucp-of-Central-Florida seeks a committed K–5th Grade Teacher to lead an inclusive classroom and foster student success. You will implement differentiated instruction aligned with the Danielson Framework, build strong family partnerships, and support individualized needs in a diverse school setting.

You will use data to personalize instruction, develop IEP goals, collaborate with teams, and integrate technology and arts while maintaining safety and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Elementary Education or ESE.
• Florida Eligibility or Professional Teaching Certificate.
• Preferred ESOL endorsement and ESE certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Danielson Framework.
• Apply components of the framework to guide instruction, classroom environment, and professional growth.
• Use data to personalize instruction; collect, analyze, and apply student performance data.
• Develop and implement IEP goals with the IEP team.
• Foster family engagement with regular communication and planning.
• Maintain a safe and engaging classroom space in compliance with health protocols.
• Incorporate technology and art-based learning into the curriculum.
• Demonstrate professionalism by meeting deadlines and attending required meetings.
• Provide caregiving support for basic health and safety needs.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

IEP goals

Family engagement

Collaboration

Technology integration

Arts integration

Inclusive education

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or ESE

Florida teaching certificate/eligibility

ESOL endorsement preferred

ESE certification preferred

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Job Summary:The K–5th Grade Teacher serves as the instructional leader for a diverse classroom of 12–22 students, including children with and without disabilities. This role is central to creating an inclusive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where all students can succeed. The teacher will implement high-quality, differentiated instruction aligned with the Danielson Framework, while fostering strong relationships with families, supporting individualized student needs, and maintaining a safe and dynamic classroom space. This position requires creativity, organization, collaboration, and a deep commitment to equity in education.Job Responsibilities:Implement the Danielson Framework. Apply all components of the instructional framework to guide best teaching practices, classroom environment, and professional growth.Use data to personalize instruction. Collect, analyze, and apply student performance and observational data to inform instruction and adapt learning experiences.Develop and implement IEP goals. Collaborate with the IEP team to create, track, and adjust individualized education plans that reflect students’ unique needs.Foster family engagement. Maintain regular communication with families, involve them in planning strategies, and support student progress through partnership.Maintain a safe and engaging classroom. Create an organized, discovery-based environment that supports active learning and complies with health and safety protocols.Incorporate technology and arts. Integrate instructional technology and art-based learning into the curriculum, modifying content to accommodate all learners.Demonstrate professionalism. Meet deadlines, attend required meetings and professional learning, follow policies, and uphold the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices.Provide caregiving support. Assist students with basic health and safety needs using appropriate protocols.Fulfill additional duties. Perform other responsibilities as assigned in support of student success and school initiatives.Minimum Experience:1–3 years of teaching experience (including internship)Preferred experience working with students with disabilities in an inclusive or mainstream settingPreferred experience with project-based learning and instructional technologyEducation & Certification:Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Elementary Education or Exceptional Student Education (ESE)Florida Statement of Eligibility or Professional Teaching Certificate in:Required: Elementary Education (or PreK–Grade 3, if teaching up to 3rd grade)ESE Certification PreferredESOL Endorsement Preferred