About the Role
The Light Academy of Florida is seeking a qualified and passionate teacher to join our team and provide high-quality, innovative instruction to students in grades 6 - 8. The ideal candidate will be a certified educator with experience in utilizing Multiple Intelligences, promoting critical thinking, and managing effective classroom environments. This role involves collaborating with colleagues, families, and students to ensure holistic student development and achievement.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Provide classroom instruction in core subjects using Multiple Intelligences to cater to the diverse learning needs of students.
Maintain a productive and engaging classroom through effective classroom management strategies that encourage critical thinking, independent discovery, and a positive learning environment.
Facilitate extracurricular activities in collaboration with the Self-Awareness/Humanity Teacher to promote student growth beyond academics.
Utilize the STAT (Student-tailored Tool for Advising and Teaching) framework to manage instructional practices and provide individualized student support.
Maintain regular attendance in accordance with the Employee Handbook and school regulations.
Complete all required record keeping tasks, including grade logging, attendance, instructional practices, and updating student learning profile (SLP) data, in compliance with school policies.
Participate in the school’s Professional Learning Community (PLC) as outlined in the Employee Handbook to collaborate and enhance instructional practices.
Attend and actively participate in school field trips and activities, supporting student learning outside the classroom.
Provide and engage in peer mentoring sessions with colleagues, contributing to the professional growth and development of the teaching staff.
Act as a mentor to designated students, fostering positive relationships and providing academic and social guidance.
Facilitate required parent conferences for each student, maintaining strong communication with families as mandated by the Employee Handbook and school policies.
Participate in the development and execution of a professional self-growth plan in collaboration with administration as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Prepare and submit detailed substitute teacher plans in advance of planned absences, and provide clear instructions for unplanned absences.
Track and analyze academic and social-emotional data for each student through their Student Learning Profile (SLP) and make adjustments as indicated by school assessments and student progress.
Perform additional duties as assigned by administrators to meet the evolving needs of the students and the school.
Qualifications:
Professional certification in 5-9 subject areas.
Proven experience in classroom instruction, preferably using Multiple Intelligences or differentiated instruction methods.
Strong classroom management skills and the ability to promote critical thinking and student independence.
Experience with student support systems such as STAT and maintaining student records.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and students to foster a supportive school community.
Commitment to continuous professional growth and student-centered learning.
Benefits:
Competitive salary range for full-time positions is $45,000 - $60,000.
Competitive salary range for part-time positions is $23,000 - $30,000.
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental and retirement options for full time positions.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a collaborative environment.
About the Company
The Light Academy aims to provide students with necessary skills for successful life management, college readiness and workforce preparedness through a progressive education model by way of interdisciplinary curriculum, interaction and engagement with local and global communities, and intentional, holistic self-reflection and practice.