2026-27 Primary School Faculty (PK, JK, SK)

About Gulliver Preparatory School

Gulliver is a leading school of distinction, founded in 1926 and rooted in a century of educational excellence. To this day, our mission remains unchanged: to create an academic community devoted to educational excellence, with a personal touch, that fulfills each student’s potential. Our dedicated educators are at the heart of this mission, as they empower our students to think, create, and grow with purpose, connecting the classroom to the real world, and preparing them for what’s next. At Gulliver, we believe that success is not just what students achieve, but also who they become, and the role they play in shaping the future.

Rooted in the spirit of Miami, Gulliver embodies the city’s energy and innovation to create a learning environment that’s dynamic and future-facing. We aspire to be a national model for teaching and learning, where the intellectual curiosity of educators and students drives creativity, discovery, and the highest levels of achievement in the classroom, in our community, and beyond.

Working at Gulliver

Gulliver is a trusted guide for families, and our faculty and staff are core to building powerful relationships that ensure every child thrives. Our compassionate, inspired educators nurture individuality and character, fostering a culture of collaboration that challenges students to meet their full potential and prepare for a future full of possibility.

Join a community where passionate educators elevate their craft, inspire future-ready learners, and take teaching and learning to the next level!

Position Overview

Gulliver Prep Primary School faculty are nurturing, developmentally responsive educators who create warm, engaging, and intentionally structured environments where young children can thrive. Rooted in early childhood best practices and aligned with the school’s mission, our faculty foster foundational academic skills, social-emotional learning, creativity, and curiosity through play, exploration, and purposeful instruction. They work collaboratively with colleagues and families to support each child’s cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development in a safe and inclusive community.

Job Responsibilities

The Primary School Faculty key responsibilities are as follows:

Academic Instruction & Curriculum Implementation:

• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction in literacy, numeracy, science, social studies, and motor and sensory development.
• Use play-based and hands-on learning experiences to build foundational skills and foster student engagement.
• Create a classroom environment that supports inquiry, imagination, collaboration, and confidence-building.
• Collaborate within and across grade-level teams to align curriculum and routines that promote readiness for the next stage of learning.

Child Development & Student Well-being:

• Understand and respond to the unique developmental needs of children ages 3–6, including speech/language, motor, cognitive, and emotional domains.
• Promote social-emotional growth through structured routines, Responsive Classroom management, and the intentional teaching of empathy, cooperation, and independence.
• Observe and assess student progress using both formal and informal tools; use data to inform instructional decisions and personalize support.
• Partner with specialists, counselors, and families to ensure holistic support for each child’s growth and readiness.

Professional Growth & Collaboration:

• Actively participate in professional learning, team planning, and ongoing curriculum development initiatives.
• Reflect on and refine instructional practices in response to student data, and feedback/coaching from GLC’s.
• Stay informed about current research in early childhood education and apply best practices to classroom instruction.
• Participate in required training and growth opportunities, including the Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) professional learning sequence when applicable.

Community & School Engagement:

• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through regular communication, parent conferences, and family engagement activities.
• Participate in school events, both during and after school hours where needed such as admissions testing support, traditions, and celebrations that reflect the values and spirit of Gulliver Prep.
• Foster a sense of belonging by creating an inclusive classroom culture where every child feels seen, heard, and valued.
• Serve as an ambassador for Gulliver’s mission of joyful learning, early academic excellence, and whole-child development.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the subject area or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Valid teaching certification or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years of successful teaching experience, ideally at the early-childhood school level.
• Deep understanding of early childhood development and best practices of early literacy/ numeracy and social-emotional learning.
• Strong instructional, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to promote a positive and collaborative professional culture.
• Passion for education, student development, and professional learning.
• Commitment to Gulliver Prep’s mission, values, and continuous improvement.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Level II Fingerprint Screening(s), and Drug screen.

Gulliver is deeply committed to the principles of equity and diversity and seeks to create an inclusive community for all faculty and staff. Gulliver is an Affirmative Action/EqualOpportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace.