At Illumina Learning Center, Inc., we believe exceptional teachers change lives. Learning should be rigorous, meaningful, and joyful, and every child deserves to be known, challenged, and inspired.
Our literacy program is grounded in the Science of Reading and thoughtfully integrates evidence-based instruction with rich literature, meaningful writing, vocabulary development, and joyful learning.
We are seeking an exceptional educator to join our growing team—someone who has a genuine passion for literacy, children's literature, and language, inspires young learners, and brings creativity, enthusiasm, and warmth into the classroom.
This position includes teaching elementary English Language Arts within our homeschool program and the opportunity to provide one-to-one afternoon tutoring. Our instructional model emphasizes small-group instruction, individualized learning, and meaningful relationships that allow every student to thrive.
Position OverviewMorning Program (8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
- Teach English Language Arts to students in Grades 1–5.
- Differentiate instruction for small, readiness-based groups.
- Deliver explicit, systematic, evidence-based instruction in foundational literacy, spelling, writing, vocabulary, fluency, and reading comprehension.
- Foster curiosity, confidence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of reading and writing.
- Collaborate with a supportive team of educators.
We're Looking For Someone Who...
- Has a genuine passion for literacy and language development.
- Believes learning should be engaging, interactive, and joyful.
- Enjoys helping children become confident readers, writers, and communicators.
- Brings creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm into the classroom.
- Is reliable, punctual, organized, and collaborative.
- Believes every child deserves to be known, challenged, encouraged, and inspired.
Preferred Qualifications
- Florida teaching certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Reading, English, Language Arts, or a related field.
- Experience teaching elementary English Language Arts preferred.
- Knowledge of the Science of Reading, structured literacy, and evidence-based reading instruction is highly desirable.
- Experience differentiating instruction for diverse learners is a plus.
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
Compensation
- $25–$28 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Full-time preferred; part-time applicants are also encouraged to apply.
- Optional one-to-one afternoon tutoring opportunities are available.
Why Illumina?
Since opening in August 2017, Illumina Learning Center has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, meaningful relationships, and a proven instructional model that puts children first.
We are proud that 99% of our teachers have chosen to remain part of the Illumina team. We believe educators thrive where they feel respected, supported, trusted, and valued.
Our curriculum, instructional resources, and teaching framework are thoughtfully developed and provided, allowing teachers to focus on what they do best—teaching. At the same time, we encourage educators to contribute their own professional expertise, creativity, and instructional ideas while working within our shared philosophy and proven systems.
We believe the best teachers bring more than subject knowledge—they bring themselves. Our team includes musicians, photographers, world travelers, an Air Force veteran and pilot, naturalists, artists, athletes, and lifelong learners whose passions and life experiences enrich our classrooms and inspire our students every day.
Our classrooms are calm, purposeful, and joyful places to learn, supported by a collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together and helping one another succeed.
Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter telling us why you believe you'd be a great fit for the Illumina community.
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you within 10-15 miles from Palm Harbor, FL 34683?
- Do you have English Language Arts experience in grades K-5?
Work Location: In person
