4th Grade Teacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Offers a solid teaching opportunity with a reputable institution, but comes with a competitive selection process.
- Supportive environment with a focus on student growth
- Professional development opportunities available
- Great community involvement and engagement
- Higher experience requirements may limit applicants
Pros
- Strong emphasis on differentiated instruction and student success
- Collaborative team environment
- Focus on personal and professional growth in teaching
Cons
- Experience requirement may limit applicants (minimum 3 years)
- Potential high competition for positions
- Expectations for innovative pedagogy might intimidate some candidates
Who it's for
Mid-career • Full-time, classroom-based
Good fit
- Experienced elementary educators seeking growth
- Teachers who enjoy collaborative teaching environments
- Candidates focused on diverse student needs
Not recommended for
- New teachers without classroom experience
- Individuals seeking a non-collaborative work culture
- Those wanting flexible teaching schedules
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Campus: Upper School
Position: 4th Grade Teacher
Employment Type: Full Time (10 months)
Pay Type: Salary
Palm Beach Day Academy, established in 1921, is an independent coeducational school, serving almost 600 students from age 2 to Grade 8 on two campuses. The Lower School, in West Palm Beach, serves ages 2 yrs. through 3rd Grade. The Upper School, located on the island of Palm Beach, serves 4th through 8th Grades. The Upper School is currently seeking a 4th Grade Teacher for the 2026-27 School Year. Applicants should enjoy working in a collaborative, student-centered environment and be skilled in providing differentiated instruction to promote student academic, social, and emotional growth.
In addition, a successful candidate will:
- Be motivated and enthusiastic, organized, and attentive to detail
- Possess excellent classroom management skills
- Be comfortable collaborating across departmental disciplines
- Teach Language Arts, Math and Florida Studies
- Advise students and communicates with families, including writing reports and leading conferences
- Possess in-depth knowledge of child development and progressive education
- Provide examples of innovative pedagogy to promote inquiry and learning in adolescents and evidence of capable writing
- Command a range of teaching methods to meet different learning needs
Integrate technology into classroom teaching - Be a self-starter, take initiative, have a sense of humor, and demonstrate strong listening and communication skills
- Be willing to contribute to school community in meaningful ways
- Be prepared to perform other duties as assigned
Selection Criteria:
- A bachelor’s degree in elementary education
- Masters degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years experience as an elementary classroom teacher
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
