Elementary Lead Teacher - Secular Studies
Prizmah
Location
Miami, Florida
Quick overview
The educator will be responsible for developing teaching approaches and methodologies that integrate State Standards while allowing children to construct their own knowledge. This involves delivering high-quality learning experiences within a joyful and engaging academic environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or an out-of-field degree accompanied by teaching experience and State Certification. The role requires an energetic, dynamic, reflective, and intentional lead educator.
Job description
The Innovative School of Temple Beth Sholom on Miami Beach is seeking an energetic, dynamic, reflective and intentional Elementary Level Lead Teacher, for a full-time position, starting in August 2026. An Innovative School teacher embraces and models the school’s KEHILLA values— kindness, empathy, honesty, integrity, acceptance, and lifelong learning.
About the Innovative School The Innovative School, educating children infant - 5th grade, is a Reggio-inspired school, which means that we value a learner-centered approach in our classrooms. Our educators are excited by this approach and have a passion for child development and how children learn. The Innovative School is a collaborative workplace, where all voices are valued, and robust professional development opportunities are offered.
Responsibilities
- As a Lead Teacher your responsibilities will include:
- Developing approaches and methodologies that incorporate state standards while enabling a child to co-construct their learning within a joyful, academic, engaging environment.
- Building and nurturing relationships with learners; understand their interests and curiosities as well as how they learn best. These observations and insights will contribute to decisions about curriculum, assessment, and tailored learning experiences.
- Supporting learners’ growth across social, emotional and cognitive domains.
Qualifications
The Lead Teacher brings formal training and educator experience, interpersonal skills, and a desire for professional growth to contribute to a school culture rooted in joyful learning and academic excellence.
Minimum requirement
Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or an out-of-field degree with teaching experience and state certification.
Additional Information
- The Lead Teacher will be supported by an Assistant or Associate Teacher
- Lead Teachers will demonstrate openness to observation and feedback and willingness to grow as a collaborative, reflective educator.
- Salary & Benefits
- Salary starting at $50K, commensurate with experience
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule • Monday to Friday, 8
- 00AM--3:30PM
- Ability to commute to Miami Beach, FL 33140 (required)