K-6 Teacher

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About Us 

Jefferson Classical Academy of Florida is the state’s first tuition-free statewide classical school, serving students in grades K–6. Rooted in a time-honored curriculum of literature, history, and the arts, we partner with parents to cultivate wisdom, virtue, and clear thinking through a flexible virtual model. 

We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods.  

Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events. 

*Eligibility: Open to residents of Florida*

About the Opportunity 

• Serve as the teacher of record and primary instructor in all core content areas and grade levels

• Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as state specific academic accountability goals

• Deliver highly effective live lessons via web conference based on student need, rooted in research-based instructional practices

• Complete course set up for each course within the Learning Management System

• Monitor student progress in asynchronous courses and provide feedback/grade assignments daily

• Track and maintain contact with each student

• Collaborate with Principal to create and deliver Progress Reports of Students

• Review student level data frequently to inform instructional program adjustments

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students

• Utilize research-based best practices in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction

• Create a joyful, caring, and loving classroom environment for all students

• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues

• Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms, inside the classroom and beyond

• Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child

• Incorporate 21st century technology skills into daily classroom practice and team settings

• Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities such as social events and field trips and attend these events in person

• Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues

• Travel to support required face-to-face state testing annually

• Perform other duties as assigned

About You 

• Current state teaching license in appropriate content area
• Exceptional Student Education Certification (ESE) preferred

• Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards

• Preferred two years’ experience teaching

• High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring

• High quality written and verbal communication skills

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook

• Ability to properly manage confidential information

• Ability to stand for up to 90 minutes at a time

• Ability to supervise students in all school settings

• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks

• Experience working in a multi-cultural setting preferred

About Us 

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder 

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities. 

We offer the following benefits: 

Life benefits – time & peace of mind 

• Paid time off

• Retirement contributions

• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance

• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)

• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits – stay well & thrive 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Voluntary short-term disability insurance

• Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing 

• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. 

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