SY 2nd Grade Teacher

Job Title

To ensure high-quality instruction linked to the school and district strategic goals for all students. To provide a rigorous academic environment that actively engages students; incorporates best educational practices; creates an inclusive environment that addresses the needs of all learners and supports the social/emotional development of the students.

Student Achievement Metrics:

• 90% of Pre-K-2nd students are on/above grade level in reading, language, and math.
• 85% of 1st-2nd students are on/above grade level in reading, language, and math.
• 80% of students achieve Level 3, 50% achieve Level 4, and 20% at Level 5 on FAST exams.
• Junior Class ACT Average Score of 21
• 100% of seniors meet the requirements for Graduation.
• 50% of all students in Intervention grow two or more years in Reading and Math.

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Help shape and develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for the communities in which they identify.
• Implement and uphold behavior management system that aligns with campus-wide initiatives while developing students' character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Complete all lesson internalization based on curriculum vision to achieve district goals
• Collect and analyze student data to make effective decisions to maximize achievement
• Discuss student's progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators
• Implement state learning standards and curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations.
• Implement formal and informal assessments to track each student's progress and learning needs, adjust lesson plans accordingly and update the gradebook weekly.
• Communicate students' progress with students and families every week
• Effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
• Host necessary tutoring sessions to meet all students' needs.
• Participate in weekly check-ins, grade-level meetings, before and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
• Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
• Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week

• Value the voices of all staff, families, and students
• Work in collaboration to meet the needs of all stakeholders
• Seek and respond well to feedback and collaborate to find solutions

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
• Experience:
  
  Experience in a classroom setting preferred
• Licenses or
  
  Certifications:
  
  State certification required

Knowledge and

Skills:

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Physical Requirements:

Light work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move

Compensation: SMART Management offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with Experience. SMART Management is an equal-opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity.

Background Screening Requirement This position requires successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, in accordance with House Bill 531 (2025).