Current and Upcoming Positions at Seaside Charter Schools:
ALWAYS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS | ALL THREE CAMPUSES
Beaches Campus | Mandarin Campus | North Campus
These positions are open year round. Apply anytime and include your resume so our campus administrators have it on file when a position opens.
What Makes Teaching at Seaside Different From Every Other School in Jacksonville?
Teaching at a conventional public school in Jacksonville means covering standards, managing assessments, navigating scripted curriculum, and hoping there’s still enough of you left at the end of the day to actually connect with your students. Many talented educators leave the profession not because they stopped caring – but because the system they were placed in never gave their care anywhere meaningful to go.
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You Will Know Your Students
Teacher relationships at Seaside are deep by design. The Waldorf-inspired school culture, the small campus size, and the school family model mean that every teacher genuinely knows every student in their care. You will not spend your career managing a rotating roster of faces you barely have time to learn. You will know who your students are, what they need, and how to reach them.
You'll Teach With Creative Purpose
The Waldorf-inspired curriculum is not a script. It’s a framework that trusts teachers to bring their own creativity, knowledge, and passion to the classroom. Many Seaside teachers tell us it’s the first time they’ve felt truly engaged by their own curriculum.
You'll Be Supported, Not Just Evaluated
Academic coaches, peer support, cross-campus professional development, and an administration that understands teachers are human beings – not performance units – create an environment where asking for help is normal and growth is genuinely supported.
You'll Become Waldorf Certified - For Free
Seaside provides every staff member the opportunity to become Waldorf certified through Kentahten Institute at no cost. Childcare is provided during training sessions. Waldorf certification also advances your pay through Seaside’s compensation structure.
You'll Work Inside a Real Community
All three campuses come together each summer for collaborative training, preparation, and community building. Seaside provides food, childcare, and all materials. This is a genuine investment in the human community that makes the school work.
Real Benefits
Competitive compensation. Comprehensive health plan including dental and vision for employees and families. 403(b) retirement with company matching. Paid time off. Discounted ELC tuition for employees’ children. Low teacher-to-student ratios.
Don’t Take Our Word for It. Here’s What Seaside Educators Actually Say.
“Seaside is a warm, supportive, and caring school. Everyone – administrators, teachers, support staff, and families – are all there to help out wherever and whenever needed. It truly is the proverbial village.”
“I chose to work at Seaside because I believe in the Waldorf way of learning, it is the best of both required public school standards and real-life skills.I love feeling like my time spent with little minds and hearts will grow them into genuine and good people.”
“My Seaside family are the best colleagues I could have asked for. As a first-year teacher, I have felt fully capable in my position because of the support I’ve received from everyone. Through the highs and lows, we always feel celebrated and encouraged. I enjoy each new day that I get to be here!”
“I love how much Seaside values the WHOLE child. I appreciate how the school gives us space to connect with each student & check in on their well-being. You can see the joy in the students!”
A Complete Benefits Package That Reflects How Much We Value Our Team.
Compensation
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Additional opportunities through school-sanctioned tutoring, after-school clubs, and Waldorf Certification completion.
Free Waldorf Certification
Health, Dental & Vision
Competitive health plan for employees and their families.
Retirement
Paid Time Off
Full-time employees receive PTO per Seaside’s policy.
ELC Tuition Discount
Employees with children ages 3-4 receive discounted tuition at Sea Turtle ELC at Beaches and Mandarin campuses.
Low Teacher-to-Student Ratio
Seaside follows class size recommendations across all grades and campuses.
Summer Collaborative Training
All three campuses come together with food, childcare, and materials provided – genuine community investment that shapes the culture and cohesion of the Seaside teaching team.
HOW TO APPLY
How the Seaside Hiring Process Works.
1. Submit Your Application
Online through the Seaside Cognitoforms portal. Include your resume, a brief cover letter, and any relevant certifications. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
2. Phone or Video Screening
Qualified candidates contacted for an initial conversation with a campus administrator.
3. Campus Visit & Sample Lesson or Interview
Finalists invited to visit the campus. Teaching candidates complete a sample lesson or classroom observation.
4. Reference Check
Conversations with previous supervisors or colleagues.
5. Offer, Onboarding & Orientation
Formal offer, then new staff orientation, campus introduction, and preparation for the first day with students.
Ready To Get Started?
OR, Contact HR – 844-973-2743
Main office: 2865 Mayport, Road
Jacksonville, FL 32233
EMPLOYMENT FAQ
Questions Prospective Seaside Employees Ask Most.
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Do I need Waldorf certification or experience to apply?
No. Waldorf experience is welcomed but not required for most positions. Seaside provides free Waldorf certification through Kentahten Institute for all staff. What we look for is a genuine belief in whole-child education, the ability to build strong relationships with students and families, and the professional commitment to grow within the Waldorf-inspired framework.
Are positions available across all three campuses?
Yes. Positions are available at Beaches (32233), Mandarin (32257), and North (32218) depending on current openings. All positions apply through the central Seaside application portal.
Does Seaside offer a shadow day for prospective teachers?
Yes. Shadow days are available at all three campuses subject to scheduling availability.
Does Seaside hire daily substitutes?
Yes. Daily substitute teachers are hired across all three campuses throughout the school year. Indicate your interest in substitute positions in the application.
Is Seaside an equal opportunity employer?
Yes. Seaside School Consortium, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or marital status.
6. Real Benefits
Competitive compensation. Comprehensive health plan including dental and vision for employees and families. 403(b) retirement with company matching. Paid time off. Discounted ELC tuition for employees’ children. Low teacher-to-student ratios.
If You’ve Been Looking for a School Where Teaching Feels Like the Work You Were Meant to Do, This Is It.
Seaside Charter Schools is growing. We’re adding new positions every school year across all three Jacksonville campuses. If you want to know your students, teach with creative purpose, and work inside a community that genuinely supports you, we want to hear from you.