What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Classroom Teacher position at Community School of Naples?
Community School of Naples (CSN) is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and talented Lower School teacher. The grade level assigned will be decided later, after enrollment and staffing needs are determined, and will most likely be somewhere between Kindergarten and Grade 5. This full-time position starts in August 2025. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, performing as a high-level teacher preparing our students for the highly competitive education they will continue to receive as they progress through our school.
CSN is one of the top independent, non-sectarian day schools in Florida and maintains an Early Learning - 12 school enrollment of 1000 students. CSN students are consistently top-ranked when compared to all other Southwest Florida high schools when it comes to test scores, extracurricular activities, and college acceptances. CSN is accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in education with three years of classroom experience or a master’s degree in elementary education with one year of classroom experience.
- Prior independent school experience is preferred.
- Possess highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to handle conversations with students, parents, and colleagues with tact, diplomacy and grace.
- Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, high-stakes environment.
- Commitment to participating in professional organizations, conferences, subject-related competitions, etc.
Physical Demands/ Ability to:
- Lift/ carry equipment up to 30 lbs.
- Stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
- Sit at a desk while working on the computer.
- Bend, twist, kneel, stoop, climb, balance on a regular basis.
- Withstand outside weather conditions as needed.
- Detect and exchange accurate information.
- Have close visual acuity to perform essential functions of the job.
- Withstand a moderate noise level in the work environment.
Compensation and Benefits:
This appointment is for the 2025/2026 academic year starting with orientation on August 6, 2025, and is paid on an annual salary commensurate with experience, degree attainment, and qualifications. This position is eligible for CSN’s competitive benefit package, which includes medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) retirement program with a generous match, Aflac, and Legal Shield offerings. Additional benefits include generous time-off (academic recesses and summer) and the use of the school’s state-of-the-art recreational facilities. Complimentary breakfast and lunch are served on all school days. Please visit our website for more details about the benefits of a career at CSN.
Community School of Naples is an Equal Opportunity Employer.- Fingerprinting and background checks are a required part of CSN’s employment eligibility process.
