Bridgeprep Academy, Inc.·Orlando, Florida
The teacher is responsible for planning and facilitating standards-aligned, rigorous lessons while analyzing student data to pivot instruction. They must also maintain cooperative partnerships with families and uphold a positive classroom behavior management system.
3rd grade ela teacher (Elementary literacy / Reading endorsed)
Salary: Competitive (Commensurate with experience) + Masters Supplement + Reading Endorsement Supplement
Location: BridgePrep Academy Orange, 5710 La Costa Dr, Orlando, FL 32807
Job Type: Full Time (Comprehensive Benefits Package Included)
JOIN US!
We are seeking a skillful and dedicated 3rd Grade ELA Teacher (Elementary Literacy / Reading Endorsed) to join our elementary faculty. Partner with SMART Management in our mission to provide all students with a rigorous, inclusive, and engaging academic environment that fosters both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.
Join a team that sets clear, ambitious benchmarks—including targets for 80% or higher proficiency on FAST exams.
Professional
Development: Engage in robust summer and year-long district, school, and personalized learning programs to master your craft.
Built-in
Collaboration: Participate in structured weekly check-ins, grade-level planning, and collaborative feedback sessions.
Holistic
Student
Support: Balance high academic expectations with strong social-emotional frameworks to develop the whole child.
We value every voice: We intentionally listen to and respect our staff, families, and students.
We collaborate for solutions: We seek feedback, embrace growth, and solve problems together.
We own student outcomes: We are relentless in promoting academic growth, aiming to move students in intervention forward by two or more years.
We build community: We create classroom cultures rooted in trust, respect, and mutual understanding.
Core responsibilities
Plan, internalize, and facilitate standards-aligned, rigorous lessons tailored to diverse learning styles.
Implement formal and informal assessments, analyze student data to pivot instruction, and update gradebooks weekly.
Establish strong, cooperative partnerships with families, providing weekly updates on student progress.
Uphold a positive classroom behavior management system aligned with school-wide character initiatives.
Utilize technology effectively as an educational tool and host targeted tutoring sessions to meet individual student needs.
Dedicate 40+ hours per week to instruction, meetings, professional development, and school community duties.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Certification: Active Florida State Teaching Certification.
Skills: Strong classroom management, lesson adaptation, organization, and interpersonal communication.
Compliance: Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Apply today!
Take the first step by applying through our quick, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to connecting with you and learning about your passion for elementary education. Submit your application for the 2026-27 school year today!
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and an active Florida State Teaching Certification. Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening is also required.
Market context
Florida schools regularly seek classroom teachers, especially candidates who can lead instruction, plan lessons, and meet state certification and screening requirements. Competition often centers on classroom experience, subject fit, and readiness to complete Florida’s background check and education requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.