3rd Grade Teacher

About us

Southwest Elementary School is a small business in Lakeland, FL. We are data-driven, supportive, collaborative and our goal is to build positive student-to-student, teacher-to-student, and school-to-home relationships. We are proud to serve our students with a highly qualified, reading endorsed staff. Our school strives to meet the needs of all learners through high academic and behavioral expectations. At Southwest Elementary we encourage our students to achieve their goals through Rope-ing- Reaching Our Potential Everyday. We continuously score in the top 10 schools amongst all Title 1 schools in the district. As a Title 1 school we have helpful resources for students and families. We host several family engagement nights per year to help foster the students learning at home and continue to build school-to-home relationships. Southwest Elementary is a PBIS school. We have received many awards, most recently awarded as a Platinum Level Model School. Our teachers implement high behavior expectations, teaching appropriate behaviors through positive relationships. We are honored to be home of a highly decorated ITV program that consistently integrates academic learning and digital production to support student achievement. Southwest Elementary promotes a passion for learning through the use of reading buddies, Reading with Erma the support dog, student-to-student and teacher-to-student mentorships. These programs build leadership skills, teach acceptance of diversity, and become productive citizens of society. We are also the first Elementary School in Polk County, Florida to offer an Academy in Digital Media! Visit our website: https://swe.polkschoolsfl.com/.

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Safe work environment

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Elementary School Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing engaging lesson plans, assessing student progress, and managing classroom behavior. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to helping students reach their full potential. We are looking for someone who is organized, creative, and patient, with the ability to effectively communicate with both students and parents.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the needs of all students.
• Create a positive learning environment for students.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure the best learning experience for students.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
• Utilize technology to enhance the learning experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $47,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• Math
• Physical Education
• Reading
• Science
• Social Studies
• Visual & Performing Arts

School type:

• Public school

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lakeland, FL 33803: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person