Lower School Teacher

Saint Paul’s - Clearwater's Independent School is a proud co-educational, Episcopal-affiliated, independent school serving over 425 students from 8 weeks through 8th grade. Our 12-acre waterfront campus is nestled in a private neighborhood in the heart of Clearwater, Florida. In line with our Episcopal values, Saint Paul’s welcomes and celebrates families of various ethnicities and religions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• The teaching, management, and discipline of assigned classes.
• Accept assignments and duties as determined by the Division Director, including study halls and various hall, lunch, and after-school patrols.
• Arrive punctually and leave after the official school day.
• Being punctual assumes being prepared for classes.
• After-school availability is assumed to assist students and to meet with teachers, parents, and administrators.
• Dress professionally and be well-groomed.
• Recognize that extra-curricular activities are essential to students, and students appreciate teacher interest in these activities.
• Attending athletic contests, performances, and evening or weekend events are assumed.
• Recognize the importance of appropriate relationships with parents.
• Professional attitude must be maintained but should be mixed with informal exchanges that are pleasant and respectful.
• Understand the parent consumer attitudes towards their school and their needs to see positive academic and social growth in their students.
• Be personally and professionally aware of students' emotional and intellectual stages in grades 1-6.
• Support their achievements, correct their mistakes, and recognize their uncertainties and fears.
• Integrate technology into all aspects of the curriculum
• Utilize technology to increase productivity, efficiencies, and efficiency (including email, word processing, presentation, and communication software
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School
• Support the school and its leadership.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. or equivalent in an appropriate field

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• A proven track record of student success
• Digital literacy; proficiency in web-based applications, databases, and videoconferencing

Personal Qualities:

• Demonstrates a love for children
• Enthusiastically embraces school life/functions/mission
• Has a growth mindset
• Sees the promise and possibilities in people
• Values humility and collaboration
• Possesses strong organizational skills and punctuality

Compensation:

• Competitive with full benefits
• Commensurate with experience, education, and local independent school markets

Reports to:

• Lower School Division Director

Physical Requirement:

• Ability to sit at computer and keyboard for moderate periods
• Mobility sufficient to move about campus includes climbing stairs
• Sight and hearing are adequate to perform the duties of the job, including communicating clearly
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds on an occasional basis

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Grade levels:

• 1st grade
• 2nd grade
• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade
• Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $65,000