Job Description
Campus: Lower School
Position: 3rd 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
3rd 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:
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Be motivated and enthusiastic, organized, and attentive to detail
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Possess excellent classroom management skills
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Be comfortable collaborating across departmental disciplines
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Advise students and communicates with families, including writing reports and leading conferences
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Possess in-depth knowledge of child development and progressive education
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Provide examples of innovative pedagogy to promote inquiry and learning in adolescents and evidence of capable writing
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Command a range of teaching methods to meet different learning needs
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Integrate technology into classroom teaching
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Be a self-starter, take initiative, have a sense of humor, and demonstrate strong listening and communication skills
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Be willing to contribute to school community in meaningful ways
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Be prepared to perform other duties as assigned
Selection Criteria:
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A bachelor’s degree in elementary education
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Masters degree preferred
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Minimum of 3 years experience as an elementary classroom teacher
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
About Palm Beach Day Academy
Palm Beach Day Academy, established in 1921, is an independent coeducational school, serving students from age 2 to Grade 9 on two campuses. The foundation of PBDA’s program is the education of our students in an academically challenging and compassion-rich environment that guides each child toward personal excellence of mind, body and character. At all levels, our students will be, as our mission states, challenged to excel, empowered to act, and prepared to lead.