Job Description

Sigsbee Charter School, located in Key West, is looking for the best candidate to fill a Lead Teacher position (1st Grade) and become a part of our amazing team for the 2026-2027 school year.

Understanding that our students need the most qualified and professional adults to guide them, Sigsbee offers a competitive salary and living allowance to all of our staff members.

Location: Sigsbee Elementary/Middle Charter School

Address: 939 Felton Rd Key West, FL 33040

Position: Teacher, Elementary

Grade Level: First Grade

School Year: 2026-2027

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Base Salary ranges from $62,100 to $102,300, commensurate with experience.

Detailed compensation info for newly hired teachers is available in our Instructional Salary Placement Guide for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Sigsbee's housing allowance: $1,000 per month

Retirement planning: 403B Plan (Not part of the Florida Retirement System)

Leave: Teachers earn a total of 7 days of paid leave per school year (5 sick days and 2 personal days) - PRO-RATED with a Mid Year Start

Eligibility for Florida certification is required. FL certification in Elementary Education (Grades K-6) or Prekindergarten/Primary Education (age 3 through grade 3) is a prerequisite for teaching in field. The Bureau of Educator Certification has developed instructional videos to guide applicants through the certification process, covering topics such as Florida's Online Educator Certification System Set-up and the Florida Teacher Certification Application. Visit https://flcertify.fldoe.org/datamart/mainMenu.do to login or create a new user account.

How to Become FL Certified in Elementary Education (Grades K-6):

1. Out-of-State Certification: If you hold an unexpired, out-of-state, professional educator certificate in this subject area, please apply for Florida reciprocity.
2. Elem Ed Major: Commonly accepted bachelor's (or higher degree) majors for a Florida temporary educator certificate include: Elementary Education 1-6, K-6, N/K-6, K-3, K-4, K-8, K-9, and Upper Elementary 4-6.
3. Other Majors: For other degree majors, passing the FTCE Subject Area Exam in Elementary Education K�6 is required. Visit the testing website http://www.fl.nesinc.com/tests.asp for further details. Locate a test center. Study materials are available for purchase through The Learning Liaisons and 240 Tutoring.Use this link to purchase The Learning Liaisons at a discounted rate of $25 per month: https://thelearningliaisons.com/monroe-2025-fl

How to become FL certified in Prekindergarten/Primary Education (age 3 through grade 3):

1. Out-of-State Certification: If you hold an unexpired, out-of-state, professional educator certificate in this subject area, please apply for Florida reciprocity.
2. Early Childhood Ed Major: Commonly accepted bachelor's (or higher degree) majors for a Florida temporary educator certificate include: Early Childhood Education if NK-3, NK-4, or Birth-Age 8; P-5, N-6, NK-6, Prekindergarten/Primary Education.
3. Other Majors: For other degree majors, passing the FTCE Subject Area Exam in Prekindergarten/Primary PK�3 is required. The testing website is located at http://www.fl.nesinc.com/tests.asp. Locate a test center. Study materials are available for purchase with The Learning Liaisons and 240 Tutoring. Use this link to purchase The Learning Liaisons at a discounted rate of $25 per month: https://thelearningliaisons.com/monroe-2025-fl