Elementary School Teacher

Elementary Teacher – Sunshine Learning Miami

Sunshine Learning Miami is a small private K–12 microschool focused on creating a positive, engaging, and low-stress learning environment where students can genuinely enjoy learning. With approximately 80 students total and a 1:10 student-to-teacher ratio, we prioritize individualized support, hands-on learning, creativity, and meaningful relationships over high-pressure academics and excessive testing.

We believe students learn best through experiences, encouragement, curiosity, and connection. Our classrooms emphasize collaboration, experimentation, well-being and making education something students look forward to.

We are currently seeking a full-time Elementary Teacher to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

  • Teach core elementary subjects in a small classroom setting
  • Create engaging, hands-on lessons and activities
  • Foster a positive and well-managed classroom environment
  • Support students academically, socially, and emotionally
  • Collaborate with other staff members and families
  • Help contribute to field trips, experiments, projects, and experiential learning opportunities
  • Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs

What We Offer

  • 1:10 student-to-teacher ratio
  • Small, relationship-focused school environment
  • Collaborative and supportive staff culture
  • Minimal standardized testing pressure
  • No after-hours grading expectations
  • No oversized classrooms
  • PTO included
  • Full-time schedule (35+ hours weekly)

Qualifications

  • Experience working with children required
  • Teaching experience preferred
  • Degree, certification, or equivalent relevant experience welcomed
  • Strong classroom management skills
  • Positive, creative, and flexible mindset
  • Passion for creating a supportive learning environment

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is warm, adaptable, organized, and capable of creating a classroom where students feel safe, motivated, and excited to learn. We are especially interested in educators who value creativity, experiential learning, and individualized support.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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