AMERICAN LEARNING·Delray Beach, Florida
The teacher is responsible for educating students by implementing innovative learning tasks and maintaining a productive, positive classroom environment. They must assess student progress using various measures, provide timely feedback, and collaborate with colleagues to support academic achievement.
American Heritage Schools - Palm Beach Campus is currently accepting applications for Elementary School Teachers for the 26-27 School Year.
The classroom teacher is responsible for educating and supporting students to help them reach learning targets. Teachers must be content area experts who make sound instructional decisions, create and maintain a learning environment where positive relationships are built and routines and procedures are in place to create collective responsibility. Teachers are responsible for providing rich learning tasks for intellectual engagement, assessing formatively and summatively, and providing feedback to students for their academic achievement.
Secondary duties & responsibilities
If teaching in the Academy Program, provide expert differentiated instruction and demonstrate strategies for meeting the needs of students with mild learning differences
Manage facility and equipment for specialized instructional areas such as Science, Engineering, etc. as warranted. Examples include Science and Engineering labs, Environmental Education Center, Dance rooms, Theaters, Gymnasium, Weight Room, etc.
Coordinate and attend events for specialized instructional areas as warranted including but not limited to Open House, Pre-Professional Education Night, Fine Arts Festival, Theater Productions, Band and Orchestra Concerts, School Fairs/Contests, District and State Competitions
Ensure the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support from teaching assistants; evaluate teacher assistants annually
Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration.
The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time.
This is not a contract of employment.
If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment.
This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities.
This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.
AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in education or a related field and possess a valid Florida State Teaching License. A minimum of three years of teaching experience in a K-12 setting is preferred.
Market context
Florida elementary school roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts balancing enrollment needs, classroom coverage, and student support. These positions are competitive because schools look for strong classroom management, child-safety awareness, and a clear commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Review the background-screening requirement early, and use the AI-summarized job details here to quickly compare requirements and benefits from the original posting without extra research.