Elementary Teacher (K-5)

Sarasota County Schools is hiring teachers certified in Elementary Education (K-5) for the 2024-25 school year! Our job vacancies are updating daily at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/jobs. District Perks: · $55,000 starting teacher salary (plus supplements for advanced degrees, opportunity for experience credit AND incentives for ESE/ Title 1 positions!) · 100% employer-paid benefits · Employer contributions to retirement plan through Florida Retirement System (FRS) · New teacher mentorship program · New teacher orientation · Laptops provided for all teachers · Interactive white boards in all classrooms · Free professional development opportunities Job Goal: To provide an educational atmosphere in which students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with District philosophy, goals, and objectives. Qualifications: · Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution · Certification from the State of Florida in appropriate area Performance Responsibilities: · Establish short and long-range goals based on student needs and District and state curriculum requirements · Plan and prepare lessons and strategies which support the School Improvement Plan and District mission · Plan and prepare instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences · Identify, select, and modify instructional materials to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs · Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and plans for improvement · Maintain a positive, organized, and safe learning environment · Manage time, materials, and equipment effectively · Establish and maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures · Use effective student behavior management techniques · Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and School Board policies Starting annual salary of $55,000 with 100% employer-paid benefits package!

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