7th Grade Pre-Algebra Teacher - IDEA Lakeland College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Lakeland, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

IDEA College Prep Teachers help students master the academic and social skills needed to succeed in college while modeling IDEA’s values. Teachers set ambitious achievement goals, track student data, and use it to plan effective daily instruction. They seek feedback and continually develop their practice. IDEA supports this mission by providing students with rigorous coursework and opportunities to earn college credit through dual-enrollment, AP, or IB courses. This teacher implements state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments; teaches grade-level content; monitors student progress; communicates with students and families; and supports students’ academic and social development. The role includes weekly collaboration and check-ins, school duties and events, and professional learning. Teachers spend a minimum of 40+ hours at school per week. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, based on scholar needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Holding or willingness to pursue Florida educator certification is required.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and ability to pass a grade-level-aligned IDEA content assessment.
Basic knowledge of curricula and instructional practices or implementation.
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.
Commitment to IDEA’s mission and belief that all students can get to and through college.
Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week.

Nice To Haves

High level of content-area proficiency, evidenced by teaching certification, field of study, or work experience.
Experience in a K–12 classroom setting.
Aligned or relevant coursework indicating experience or exposure to subject-matter content.

Responsibilities

Implement state learning standards, IDEA curricula, and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
Learn, master, and deliver assigned content, grade-level curriculum, core content objectives, and texts.
Submit weekly lesson plans two weeks in advance for feedback.
Use formal and informal assessments to monitor each student’s progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly, and update the gradebook weekly.
Communicate students’ 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 classroom community.
Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Establish and maintain cooperative, respectful relationships with students and families.
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.
Perform additional duties such as after-school tutoring or Saturday school based on scholars’ needs.

Benefits

Starting salary of $51,500 for teachers with zero years of experience.
Stipends of $500–$4,000 each may be available based on certifications, credentials, and campus leadership.
Additional performance-based compensation.
Additional hourly compensation for assigned after-school tutoring or Saturday school.
Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered and the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children subsidized.
Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for birth or adoption, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability and life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Relocation allowance may be offered, if applicable.