2026-27 Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Elementary School Teacher

2026-27 Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Elementary School Teacher Posted: November 4, 2026 Location: Bridge. Prep Academy of Tampa, 5201 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 Salary: Minimum Starting Compensation (Degreed Base): $45,145 Maximum Potential Compensation (Certified Base + Master's + ESOL Endorsement + Reading Endorsed + Potential Hillsborough Referendum): $59,500 Job Type: Full Time (Comprehensive Benefits Package Included) Reports To: Principal or Campus Administrator WHY TEACH AT BRIDGEPREP TAMPA?

Strong Curriculum & Planning: Access high-quality instructional resources with designated planning time and active instructional coaching. Supportive & Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a growth-oriented faculty with grade-level planning sessions and network-wide professional development. Holistic Student Focus: Teach in a structured, joyful classroom where high academic expectations align with social-emotional support.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Engaging Instruction: Deliver standards-aligned daily lessons for Kindergarten – 2nd Grade across core subjects using interactive, foundational reading strategies, structured early writing, and hands-on learning activities. Classroom Management: Maintain schoolwide behavior routines to create a safe, respectful, and joyful early childhood learning environment.

Differentiation & Data: Adapt instruction for ESOL, ESE, and intervention groups; use assessment data to track early literacy and foundational growth while updating gradebooks weekly. Family & Team Collaboration: Maintain open communication with families and participate in grade-level team meetings and duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution. Valid or eligible Florida Teaching Certificate in Prekindergarten/Primary Education (Age 3–Grade 3) or Elementary Education (K-6), with ESOL endorsement (or eligibility). Successful completion of a Florida Level 2 background screening. Preferred Prior experience teaching early elementary (K-2nd grade) in a charter or public school setting.

Reading Endorsement or a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Reading, or Curriculum & Instruction. APPLY TODAY! Ready to inspire the leaders of tomorrow? Submit your application for the 2026–27 school year through our quick, mobile-friendly portal today!