Instructor, Florida Scholars Academy - Crestview, FL (On-Site)

Florida Virtual School•FL - FSA - Okaloosa Youth Academy, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor, Florida Scholars Academy (FSA) provides an educational atmosphere where students can reach their full educational potential. The role focuses on remediation, acceleration, and academic growth for at-risk students, and organizes and implements instruction to support student success in accordance with state policies and laws. Instructors teach assigned academic subjects to Florida Department of Juvenile Justice students in residential facilities. The position includes blended online and classroom instruction and requires in-person services at an assigned facility, as well as travel to other facilities and for meetings, training, and conferences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in the assigned content area, or proof of active enrollment in a state-approved EPI or MAT program and either a valid Florida state-issued Statement of Eligibility or a valid Temporary Certificate in the assigned content area.
Teaching experience in the subject area, successful completion of an FLVS instructional internship program, or current enrollment in an approved EPI or MAT program.
Operational knowledge of the Internet and web-related technologies.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, classroom management skills, and customer service skills.
Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
Responsible, accountable, and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and ability to support school goals and student-centered behaviors.
Effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills, including ability to meet aggressive deadlines.
Ability to learn and apply required and recommended computer applications to support efficient and consistent workflows and instructional practices.
Ability to function effectively in a high-demand environment.
Daily travel to the assigned residential facility and frequent travel for meetings, training, and conferences, which may vary by location and require overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional Student Educational (ESE) Certification.
Gifted Endorsement.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement.
Reading Endorsement.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and implement engaging instructional activities that support meaningful student learning.
Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources to accommodate students’ backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
Supervise students assigned to the class; conduct roll calls and counts and maintain attendance records.
Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.
Maintain classroom order and discipline through effective behavior-management techniques and foster a positive, engaging learning environment.
Evaluate students’ progress, grade assignments and assessments according to established procedures, and counsel and advise students on academic and behavioral progress.
Collaborate with supervisors and peers through team teaching, meetings, professional learning, and professional learning communities.
Communicate with students, parents or guardians, and internal and external stakeholders within established timelines.
Model professional and ethical standards in interactions with students, families, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Ensure students’ growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for their age, subject, and program classification; meet course and school-wide performance goals and demonstrate gains in student performance.
Participate in blended learning, including online and classroom instruction and interaction with students at residential facilities across the state; report to an assigned facility.
Provide instructional tutoring as directed and in-person services at the assigned facility to meet the needs of students under Department of Juvenile Justice supervision.
Support other academic-related topics as directed by designated Florida Scholars Academy leadership.
Use basic technology, software, hardware, and digital tools for daily work and troubleshoot common issues.
Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits, including meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, and coordinating resources and meetings in a timely manner.
Perform other job-related duties as required.