Elementary School Kindergarten Teacher

Palm Bay Academy is seeking a passionate and creative Kindergarten Instructor to inspire and nurture the talents of our school children. As a Kindergarten Instructor, you will play a vital role in fostering creativity, self-expression, and a love learning in our students. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about working with children, and have the ability to encourage educational exploration in a positive and engaging manner.

Instructional Responsibilities

• Plan and Deliver Standards-Based Lessons

Develop daily and weekly lesson plans aligned with Florida Early Learning and Kindergarten Standards, incorporating literacy, numeracy, science, and social studies.

• Differentiated Instruction

Adapt teaching methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and English Language Learners (ELLs).

• Integrate Technology

Use age-appropriate educational technology and digital tools to enhance learning and support Florida’s educational technology standards.

• Assessment and Progress Monitoring

Administer formative and summative assessments (e.g., FLKRS/FAST) and use data to track student growth and guide instruction.

Classroom Management

• Establish a Positive Learning Environment

Create a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture that supports social-emotional development.

• Behavior Guidance

Implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) or school-approved discipline policies to promote self-regulation and positive social skills.

• Safety and Supervision

Maintain constant supervision of students and ensure adherence to health, safety, and emergency procedures.

Student Support and Development

• Social-Emotional Learning

Foster cooperation, conflict resolution, and character development through structured activities and modeling.

• Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans

Collaborate with ESE (Exceptional Student Education) teams to implement accommodations or modifications.

• Early Intervention

Identify developmental delays or learning challenges and refer students for evaluation when necessary.

Family and Community Engagement

• Parent Communication

Maintain regular contact with families through conferences, newsletters, emails, and parent-teacher meetings.

• Family Involvement

Encourage family participation in classroom activities, volunteer opportunities, and school events.

• Community Resources

Coordinate with local organizations to enrich classroom experiences (e.g., guest speakers, field trips).

Professional Responsibilities

• Compliance and Reporting

Maintain accurate student records, attendance, health information, and assessment data as required by Florida law and district policy.

• Professional Development

Participate in ongoing training to meet Florida Educator Certification requirements and remain current with best practices in early childhood education.

• Collaboration

Work closely with grade-level teams, school administrators, and support staff to align instruction and share strategies.

Palm Bay Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter showcasing your art and teaching experiences.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $48,500.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to submit to the State of Florida mandatory drug screening?
• Are you willing to submit to the State of Florida mandatory criminal background check?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• State of Florida Teaching Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Palm Bay, FL 32909 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Palm Bay, FL 32909: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person