4th Grade Science Teacher - IDEA Victory Academy (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Tampa, FL

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About The Position

IDEA Academy teachers ensure that students master the academic and social skills needed to succeed in college while embodying IDEA’s values. Teachers set ambitious achievement goals and engage students and families in meeting them; create a strong learning environment; plan and deliver rigorous instruction; assess mastery and track progress; analyze data to adjust instruction and intervene; and pursue excellence as educators and IDEA team members. Core subjects are state assessed in grades 3–5. This teacher implements state learning standards and IDEA curricula and assessments, supports student learning and behavior, communicates regularly with students and families, and contributes to the campus learning environment and culture. The role requires at least 40 hours at school per week and may include additional tutoring or Saturday school based on student needs. The position is an immediate opening at IDEA Victory Academy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Hold or be willing to pursue Florida educator certification; certification is required.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and ability to pass an IDEA content assessment.
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust and adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment.
High level of content-area proficiency, evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or work experience (strongly preferred).
Experience in a K–12 classroom setting (strongly preferred).

Nice To Haves

Teaching certification, relevant field of study, or work experience demonstrating high content-area proficiency.
Experience in a K–12 classroom setting.

Responsibilities

Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
Use formal and informal assessments to track individual student progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans, and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate student progress to students and families weekly.
Use technology effectively as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of community.
Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Establish and maintain cooperative, respectful relationships with students and families, grounded in trust and understanding of their communities.
Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet students’ needs.
Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Work at school a minimum of 40+ hours per week.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed, which may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school.

Benefits

Starting teacher salary of $52,000 for 0 years of experience; eligible for stipends and additional performance-based compensation.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Comprehensive medical plan, with the employer covering the majority of the employee premium and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying tuition costs, capped at $5,250 per year and subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health support, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.