Elementary Teacher - Bench position at Mount Dora Christian Academy and Children's Home

Mount Dora, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lesson Planning, Instructional Objectives, Assessment, Biblical Foundations, Educational Technology, Curriculum Pacing, Collaboration, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Professional Development, Child Development, Judgment, Faith Demonstration

Industry

Description

Description This position is for a first-year teacher seeking experience across multiple elementary grade levels. The elementary teacher must communicate effectively through a relational approach, encouraging students to take risks in learning and demonstrate learning in innovative ways. The ability to build partnerships with parents and colleagues is paramount to success in this position. Elementary teachers report to the elementary principal. All faculty members are expected to contribute to chapel and other spiritual development activities and other duties as assigned. Major Responsibilities: Prepare appropriate weekly lesson plans, including instructional objectives, learning activities, and assessments integrated with biblical foundations Utilize appropriate educational technology Maintain appropriate pacing per the curriculum guide Maintain a collaborative relationship with all members of the faculty Demonstrate the maturity to inspire student learning and understanding of the age group Maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning yet open to questioning and participation Effectively communicate and partner with parents in the educational and spiritual development of students Support school initiatives and show support for student interests outside of the school day Participate in professional development opportunities as available Requirements Possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in elementary or early childhood education Possess a Professional Teaching Certificate from the Florida Department of Education Exhibit a strong faith and exemplary lifestyle Must have an understanding of child development and age-appropriate strategies for learning and classroom management Must be able to establish and maintain effective professional relationships Have experience using classroom technology, electronic resources, programs, and platforms Ability to accept direction and professional development Ability to exercise good judgment Background Requirements: Background Check conducted through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com This link provides access to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness Website, as mandated by House Bill 531 (2025) and effective January 1, 2026. Preference will be given to applicants who are members of a congregation of the churches of Christ. All applicants must be members of a local church and able to sign and abide by the MDCA Statement of Faith to be considered. Equal access to employment opportunities is available to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

Responsibilities

Major responsibilities include preparing weekly lesson plans integrated with biblical foundations, utilizing educational technology, maintaining curriculum pacing, and fostering collaborative relationships with faculty. The teacher must also inspire student learning, maintain a positive classroom environment, and partner effectively with parents regarding educational and spiritual development.