Teacher-Grade 5 - ( Grant Funded)

Broward County Public Schools•Hallandale Beach, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grade 5 Teacher creates and maintains a classroom atmosphere that fosters high expectations and enthusiasm for learning. The teacher integrates critical thinking, application, interpersonal, and technology skills into an aligned curriculum and assessment process to support measurable student achievement and meet district and state standards. The role includes planning, aligning, implementing, and evaluating instruction and assessment; maintaining an engaging and positive classroom environment; communicating with students, parents, and other stakeholders; and contributing to continuous improvement of student educational experiences. The teacher must keep required school records, account for school property, follow applicable professional ethics and regulations, and promote equal employment, non-discrimination, and safe practices. Additional duties may be assigned by the principal. If assigned Limited English Proficient students, the teacher must complete the required training and obtain the applicable endorsement. This is a grant-funded position at Gulfstream Academy of Hallandale Beach, on a 196-day work calendar. The advertisement is open until filled.

Requirements

Appropriate State of Florida certification.
Computer skills as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Use traditional and alternative assessment strategies aligned with curriculum and standards to support learners’ continuous development.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other stakeholders.
Engage in planned, continuous professional quality improvement for self and school.
Use techniques and strategies that promote students’ critical, creative, and evaluative thinking.
Use instructional strategies and materials that reflect students’ cultures, learning styles, special needs, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Fulfill affected written contracts; follow Florida education professional ethics and conduct requirements; and assist in enforcing applicable federal, state, and district regulations.
Apply knowledge of learning and human development to support students’ intellectual, personal, and social development in a positive learning environment.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
Establish and maintain classroom management and discipline that support active engagement, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation.
Plan, align, implement, and evaluate effective instruction and assessment in varied learning environments.
Work with peers, parents, the community, and other stakeholders to continuously improve students’ educational experiences.
Integrate appropriate technology into teaching and learning.
Complete required training and obtain the applicable endorsement if assigned Limited English Proficient students.
Maintain school records and prepare and submit reports required by law, State Board regulations, or the School District.
Account for school property and report it to the principal or superintendent as prescribed by applicable regulations.
Promote activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies.
Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.