The Out-of-Door Academy seeks an Upper School Business Educator to join a forward-thinking school that values creativity, real-world application, and student-centered learning. 

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Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Upper School, the Upper School Business Educator will be responsible for the following:

• Develop and implement Business lessons with the capacity to teach through Business Principles, Entrepreneurship, Statistics, and Personal Finance. Lessons should focus primarily on creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and project-based learning.
• Teach five (5) courses from beginning through advanced levels.
• Fulfill the role of an Upper School Advisor and clubs supervisor.
• Closely collaborate with Upper School faculty to support students, faculty, and families across the division.
• Live the school’s mission and core values of respect, integrity, service, excellence, and responsibility.

Qualifications

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Business or Math required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Teaching experience in grades 6 – 12 preferred, ideally in an independent school setting.
• Demonstrated passion as an educator who employs current advances in education and can show demonstrated success with new pedagogy.
• Invest in making contributions beyond the classroom, such as advisory, clubs, and coaching.
• A successful track record of working effectively with a wide range of constituencies including students, faculty, staff and parents.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a 10-month full-time exempt position available in August 2026. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

At Out-of-Door, we value a diverse workforce. Applicants of any race, creed, physical ability, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation or national origin are encouraged to apply.  Once an offer is accepted, the position will require the successful completion of a national background screening and drug testing.  

Other

External candidates will be required to complete a video submission interview through the SparkHire platform.  Once an application has been received, instructions on completing the video submission will be provided through an email.  A candidate application will be considered complete once this video submission has been received.

Candidates are also asked to address what attracts them to this position, to Out-of-Door, and to the Sarasota community in their cover letter.

About The Out of Door Academy of Sarasota

At The Out-of-Door Academy, we don’t just educate; we inspire. An independent school located across three beautiful campuses in Sarasota, Florida, we serve over 860 students from Pre-K to 12th grade, providing an exceptional education rooted in discovery, growth, and transformation. Our vibrant, supportive community nurtures creativity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. This is more than a school—it’s a place where dreams take shape, talents shine, and possibilities flourish. By fostering curiosity and collaboration at every grade level, ODA shapes thinkers, creators, and change-makers who are equipped to lead and contribute meaningfully to their communities and beyond. Our innovative curriculum emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning, empowering students to become lifelong learners. We offer a well-balanced blend of academics, athletics, and the arts, allowing students to pursue their passions while gaining fundamental life skills. Founded in 1924, The Out-of-Door Academy is the second oldest private school in Florida. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our rigorous academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and a dedicated faculty of caring profession...als who are experts in their fields. We believe in preparing students not just for college, but for a lifetime of success and impact in an ever-changing world. We invite you to join our community and experience the Out-of-Door difference for yourself.

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