Posted: 05-Feb-25
Location: Tampa, Florida
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Required Education:
Middle School History/Social Studies Teacher
Beginning June 2, 2025
The School
The Academy Prep Center of Tampa (APT) is a tuition-free private middle school that exclusively serves students in grades 5 through 8 who come from traditionally underserved communities, providing them the access and opportunity to excel in a demanding academic program, followed by eight years of intensive graduate support through high school, college, and into their careers.
Like all APT faculty members, the successful candidate should be a servant leader committed to living the school's mission by inspiring students to reach their full academic and personal potential and positively contribute to the life of the school community.
The Surrounding Area
The Tampa campus is located minutes from Ybor City, Channelside, and the recently developed Water Street, vibrant neighborhoods with an active nightlife scene and diverse restaurants and shops. Close to numerous green spaces, pristine beaches, and sports/entertainment venues, Tampa has something for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Teaching four world history/geography sections daily to students in grades 5-6.
- Guiding students in developing skills essential to effective learning practices, including creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.
- Modeling growth mindset regarding best practices and important trends in curriculum, pedagogy, educational technology, and co-curricular activities.
- Supervising homeroom daily to support students’ executive functioning.
- Assisting with supervision duties, such as breakfast and lunch duty, as assigned.
- Leading/assisting afternoon enrichment courses and attending one Saturday field trip each semester.
- Participating as a representative of APT in school fundraising events. These events may take place on select evenings or weekends.
- Attending school-wide programming (e.g., Spelling Bee, Spring Showcase) to support our students and colleagues.
- Living the school’s mission and core values of Loyalty, Empathy, Accountability, Diligence, Engagement, and Respect.
Experience, Skills, and Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree required (with coursework in history and education preferred.)
- Two or more years of experience teaching middle school.
- Strong proficiency with technology appropriate to education.
- Proficient in the development of curriculum.
- A successful track record of working effectively with various constituents, including students, faculty, staff, parents, donors, and alumni.
- Broad and deep knowledge of traditional and emerging curricular and pedagogical trends and current thinking about best practices in teaching and learning.
Personal Attributes
- An honest person who will live the school’s values and effectively blends candor, care, and empathy in dealing with others.
- An approachable person who builds meaningful relationships, respects differences in opinion, and seeks out collaborative solutions to problems.
- A strategic thinker who possesses excellent communication skills and a high level of emotional intelligence.
- A hard-working professional who thrives in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations.
- A culturally competent individual who demonstrates a strong understanding of and appreciation for multiculturalism in a school community.
Compensation: Competitive with similar regional schools, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Website: tampa.academyprep.org
Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degrees preferred. Spanish-speaking proficiency is a plus.
Please send résumé, teaching philosophy, and copies of transcripts to:
Jenna Dufficy, Assistant Head of School, JDufficy@academyprep.org
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