INSTRUCTOR​/PKY - Elementary Instructor

INSTRUCTOR/PKY - Elementary Instructor

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Job No: 538188

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Early childhood education/Childcare

Department:  - ED-ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School (DRS) is seeking to hire an Elementary Instructor for the  school year. The Elementary Instructor will work within a K‑12 teaching and learning environment that leads the way in innovation. Responsibilities include the following:

• Direct teaching of assigned students.
• Administer and analyze formative assessments to monitor student progress and plan instructional shifts to increase achievement and success for all students.
• Design appropriate curriculum, instructional, and assessment accommodations to support academic success for all students including both striving and advanced learners.
• Incorporate effective and innovative uses of technology to support teaching, learning, and collaboration.
• Maintain regular parent communication (electronically, face‑to‑face, and conferences).
• Participate in practitioner inquiry (research) to support professional learning and inform continuous program improvement.
• Commit to continuous professional learning and ongoing reflection on effectiveness of teaching practice and implemented curricula for all students.

Founded in 1934, P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School (DRS) is a public school affiliated with the College of Education at the University of Florida. The school emphasizes evidence‑based innovation, providing a small community‐like atmosphere that fosters deep relationships between students and families. Faculty collaborate on research, teaching, and service, and have full access to UF benefits and tuition assistance for advanced degrees.

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Commensurate with education and experience.

• A Master’s degree; candidates with a Bachelor’s degree will be considered but must obtain a Master’s within three years of hire.
• Florida teaching certification; subject area certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• FDLE background check.

• 3+ years of K‑12 teaching experience.

Interested applicants must apply online at  and include:

• A cover letter or letter of application.
• A complete resume or curriculum vitae.
• Three letters of recommendation providing evidence of effective teaching experience and ongoing collaboration with teaching colleagues.

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Applications must be submitted by the posting end date. This is a time‑limited position.  .

University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. and is conducted in accordance with Florida Sunshine Law.

For disability accommodations, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD).

Final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire. Degrees earned outside the U.S. must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service approved by NACES.