Why Join Us?
Our school is a beacon of innovation and compassion, offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (health, dental, & vision insurance, retirement plans, PTO, Life Insurance), and plentiful professional growth opportunities. We are committed to a supportive, inclusive atmosphere where your career can flourish.
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
3 openings available.
Join Our Visionary Team:
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Day School is a PK3 to Grade 5 independent school in the Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida. The School seeks an innovative, enthusiastic Elementary Team Teacher. Our ideal candidate is a progressive thinker eager to engage students in a nurturing and intellectually stimulating environment.
The cornerstone of St. Stephen’s program is academic excellence, combining both high standards of scholarship and the encouragement of each child to develop to their greatest potential. Our school community fosters a nurturing environment in which children develop curiosity, express creativity, appreciate the value of hard work and discipline, and experience the joy of learning. St. Stephen’s faculty encourages each student to strive for intellectual, physical, and moral growth and to become contributing members of the community.
The role of a team teacher in Grades 1-4:
Craft & Deliver Innovative Integrated Lessons: Plan and execute standards-based, engaging instruction that capitalizes on each teacher’s strength, ensuring alignment with the school curriculum and standards.
Collaborate & Innovate: Work alongside a team of dedicated educators to weave an exciting curriculum incorporating cutting-edge, evidence-based teaching methods.
Data-Driven Instruction: Utilize assessment data to tailor instruction, ensuring it meets the diverse needs and maximizes the potential of each student.
Meet Diverse Needs: Adopt various instructional strategies to cater to the unique learning styles of each student, fostering an inclusive classroom culture.
Engage the Community: Maintain open lines of communication with families, encouraging their active involvement in the educational journey.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education; Master's preferred.
A solid foundation in standards-based curriculum and modern teaching practices.
A proven track record of inspiring and making a difference in the lives of elementary-aged students.
Excellent teamwork skills, with a flair for building strong relationships.
A passion for lifelong learning and a commitment to fostering educational excellence.
St. Stephen's is a co.ed., parish, day school serving 300+ students in PK3 through Grade 5. The 3.5-acre school is nestled in a serene, oak grove close to Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove, an eclectic section of Miami, Florida. As an Episcopal school, we pride ourselves on our inclusive nature and service to others. Our curriculum grows more progressive with a continual change from traditional classrooms to a project and problem-based learning approach. We are a one-to-one iPad school where a careful balance between the basics and student-driven learning allows for creativity and collaboration to develop. Our students are sought after by area middle schools. The sense of community that exists on our campus is palpable. Incredible accomplishments take place on a regular basis as a result - the most recent being the building of an Art and Innovation Center.