Third Grade Math Teacher

RCSA Elementary•Jacksonville, FL

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher provides high-quality instruction and fosters a safe, inclusive learning environment that supports students’ academic, social, and personal growth in alignment with school, district, and state standards. The role includes planning and delivering instruction, managing the classroom, assessing student progress, collaborating with colleagues and families, participating in school activities, and following applicable policies and regulations. The teacher develops lessons aligned with Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards and the school curriculum; differentiates instruction for diverse learners, including ESE and ESOL students; uses varied instructional strategies, technology, and hands-on, collaborative, and discussion-based learning; and assesses progress while providing timely feedback. The teacher maintains student safety, classroom expectations, records, and family communication; participates in student support processes and professional collaboration; and fulfills assigned supervision, extracurricular, and school duties. This is a ten-month position whose hours and work year follow the school calendar. Salary and benefits are established annually under the school’s compensation plan, and performance is evaluated according to school policy and Florida teacher evaluation standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Education or a related field.
Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate: Letter of Eligibility, Temporary Certificate, or Professional Certificate.
Successful completion of Level 2 background screening as required by Florida law.
Knowledge of curriculum design, instructional strategies, and classroom management practices.
Understanding of child development, learning differences, and student engagement strategies.
Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to integrate technology into instruction and recordkeeping.
Effective oral and written communication skills with students, families, staff, and the community.
Commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, professional growth, and a growth mindset; openness to feedback, coaching, and professional learning.
Ability to reflect on instructional practice, accept constructive criticism, and implement changes to improve student outcomes.
Ability to analyze and use student performance data to monitor progress, identify trends, set goals, and adjust instruction.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to maintain timely, professional communication with families and colleagues through approved school platforms.
Demonstrated reliability and punctuality in fulfilling assigned supervisory and school duties.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator’s Certificate.
Endorsements or certifications in ESOL, Reading, or Gifted Education.
Experience working in a K–12 charter or public-school setting.
Training as a Clinical Educator or mentor teacher.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards, Florida Standards, the school curriculum, and the school calendar.
Use varied instructional strategies to engage diverse learners and promote critical thinking, problem-solving, independent learning, and active collaboration.
Differentiate instruction and provide accommodations for students with varied needs, including ESE and ESOL learners, using culturally responsive strategies and appropriate instructional resources.
Assess student learning through formal and informal assessments, provide timely feedback, and analyze student performance data to monitor progress and adjust instruction.
Integrate technology and digital platforms into instruction and student engagement.
Maintain a safe, structured, respectful classroom; supervise students; establish classroom expectations; and address misconduct using approved conflict-resolution and crisis-response strategies.
Model professional behavior and implement emergency plans during drills and real situations according to school procedures.
Communicate with students, families, colleagues, and administrators about student progress, behavior, and support needs; maintain accurate and timely communication records.
Participate in IEP, 504, MTSS, and other student support processes, as well as grade-level, content-area, PLC, and student support team meetings.
Share instructional strategies and resources with colleagues, engage in peer observations, and attend and contribute to faculty meetings, parent meetings, and school events.
Implement school policies in the Student Handbook, Employee Handbook, and Student Progression Plan; follow applicable school, district, state, and federal rules, laws, and regulations.
Participate in assigned after-school programs, tutoring, clubs, activities, field trips, academic fairs, and other extracurricular or co-curricular responsibilities.
Fulfill assigned supervision duties, including hallway, bus, cafeteria, assembly, and extracurricular-event duties; cover classes when substitutes are unavailable, as assigned by administration.
Use RCSA Connect daily to record, monitor, and communicate student academic and behavioral information, keeping the platform up to date.
Maintain confidentiality of student and family information and accurate attendance, grade, and other records in accordance with policy.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the principal or designee.