Benefits:
Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Tuition assistance
2nd Grade Teacher First Trinity Academy – Leesburg, Florida Position Type: Full-Time School Year: 2026–2027 Reports To: Headmaster
Join Our Team First Trinity Academy is seeking a passionate, creative, and dedicated 2nd Grade Teacher who is committed to helping young learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We are a private school with small class sizes, allowing teachers to build meaningful relationships with students while providing individualized instruction in a supportive learning environment.
We are looking for an educator who inspires curiosity, encourages critical thinking, and creates a classroom where every child feels valued, challenged, and successful.
Position Summary The 2nd Grade Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering engaging, standards-based instruction that fosters academic excellence and character development. The teacher will create a structured, positive classroom environment that encourages students to become confident readers, writers, mathematicians, problem-solvers, and lifelong learners.
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging daily lessons in core subjects:
English Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Differentiate instruction to meet the academic needs of all learners.
Build strong foundational skills in reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and mathematics.
Incorporate hands-on learning experiences, technology, and project-based activities into instruction.
Foster creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Maintain a positive, respectful, and well-managed classroom environment.
Assess student progress through formal and informal assessments and use data to guide instruction.
Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student records.
Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
Collaborate with fellow teachers and administrators to support student success.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and parent conferences.
Uphold school policies, procedures, and professional standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
Valid Florida teaching certificate (preferred but not required)
Previous elementary classroom teaching experience is preferred.
Strong understanding of child development and effective instructional strategies for elementary learners.
Excellent classroom management and organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning tools.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional learning community.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching in a private or faith-based school.
Experience with differentiated instruction and small-group teaching.
Familiarity with project-based learning and STEM/STEAM integration.
Commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
Personal Characteristics
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
A genuine passion for working with children.
Patience, compassion, and professionalism.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Creativity and flexibility in lesson planning.
A growth mindset and commitment to continuous professional development.
High ethical standards and integrity.
What We Offer
Small class sizes that allow for individualized instruction.
A supportive and collaborative teaching environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
A positive school culture focused on academic excellence and character development.
The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of young learners.
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