4th Grade Classroom Lead Teacher - West Boca Raton; Private School

4th Grade Classroom Lead Teacher - West Boca Raton (Private School)

The Fuller Academy is in search of a 4th Grade Lead Teacher. You will plan and implement a program of instruction that adheres to the Agencies and Districts philosophy, goals and objectives and effective teaching strategies that comply with contractual performance standards. Participate in Academy quality and compliance efforts. Be responsible for the overall education and supervision on a day‑to‑day basis.

• Actively supervise children at all times and never leave a child unsupervised
• Develop, review and implement lesson plans using curriculum provided that meet performance standards.
• Plan and arrange classrooms into distinctive learning areas that promote effective learning
• Understand and be able to implement the daily curriculum in accordance with contractual requirements demonstrating comfort integrating technology into instruction using best practices
• Assure that all equipment in the classroom is functioning properly daily and report issues to the Academy Director/Principal or other designee
• Screen at the beginning and end of each academic year and assess periodically students to determine developmental/educational needs and develop and implement individual education plans that comply with performance standards and/or grade level
• Accurately document daily attendance and meal counts.
• Monitor meal and snack periods, classroom, restroom and playground activities to ensure a safe environment
• Ensure children with special dietary needs are receiving proper beverages and meals.
• Document children’s progress or lack thereof and complete all manual and computerized forms and reports in accordance with Agency policies (e.g., reporting concerns to parents, Director and Family Support).
• Work in conjunction with Family Support by identifying challenging behavior or concerns, or parents displaying any concerns. Participate in staffing and all follow‑up interventions agreed upon and document.
• Foster parents’ participation through planning classroom activities
• Plan activities for volunteers
• Attend and participate in workshops and other meetings to acquire and disseminate information.
• Communicate with parents through parent conferences, written correspondence, in person and telephone to apprise them of child’s progress, upcoming events, classroom activities, individual education plans/changes, and other relevant information
• Conduct health checks on children raising any health concerns and report any concerns/findings to Family Support.
• Ensure all lesson plans and activities align with Florida Elementary Education Standards
• Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child’s work, and developmental assessment
• Report any suspected abuse and neglect to designated state agency, Director, and Family Support.
• Perform First Aid and CPR as needed
• Perform other related duties as needed

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires a moderate amount of sitting, walking and the frequent use of hands and arms. Talking and listening will be a major component.

Occasionally, light lifting will be required. The ability to focus with the eyes for close range and be able to distinguish colors is required. Additionally, the work environment is a typical climate‑controlled office environment, and the noise is usually moderate, but occasional louder noise will be prevalent.

• Baccalaureate or advanced degree in Elementary Education Required
• At least 3-5 years of teaching 4th Grade experience
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to professionally and effectively communicate with educators, parents and community leaders.
• Prefer…