2026 - 27 Elementary Associate Teacher (Kindergarten-1st Grade)

About the role

The Associate Teacher (AT) role is designed for new teachers who have recently entered the teaching profession. ATs work as co-teachers and are certified educators in classrooms. They are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with families, and completing other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive classroom environment
• Implement curriculum
• Absess students
• Collaborate with team
• Build relationships with families
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification

Professional Growth & Coaching

Ongoing coaching, observation cycles, and high-quality professional development aligned with the instructional model to support continuous growth in teaching and student achievement.

Curriculum Support & Resources

A rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum in ELA, Math, and Science, including prepared unit plans and assessments to ensure teachers can focus on impactful instruction and student learning.

Expectations

• Teach engaging and culturally relevant lessons daily, meeting academic standards to ensure student success
• Take personal responsibility for the progress of all students and have a growth mindset by seeking help, reflecting on one's own teaching, and helping others improve
• Plan instruction weekly and daily, aligning it with unit objectives and student needs based on assessment data
• Collaborate with grade-level and content teams
• Communicate weekly progress with students and families
• Implement a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students' character and sense of community in the classroom
• Help create a positive learning environment for each student and contribute to the school-wide culture
• Build trust, understanding, and respect with students and families from diverse communities

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k) plan contributions

Pay

A salary structure that reflects your experience, credentials, and impact. Starting salary for teachers begins at $48,700, with incremental increases based on verified years of experience.

Schedule

Daily prep periods and systems that maximize teacher time, allowing for strong planning, collaboration, and classroom success.