Florida Virtual School Flex Middle Grades Social Studies Instructor Florida Certified

Florida Virtual School•FL - Home Office, FL

3d•$57,000•Remote

About The Position

Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is seeking Florida residents with a valid Florida teaching certification in Middle Grades Social Studies to join their team. FLVS is a leader in online education, providing personalized digital learning solutions to students worldwide. The organization is committed to equipping students for success through highly effective digital learning delivered via an intuitive online platform. FLVS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in content area assigned OR proof of active enrollment in a stated-approved EPI or MAT program AND either a valid Florida state-issued Statement of Eligibility OR valid Temporary Certificate in content area assigned
Endorsements as required by Florida Department of Education
Three years’ teaching experience, preferred
Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Work independently with little direct supervision
Demonstrated ability to collaborate on group projects and work as part of a team
Must be responsible, accountable and self-motivated
Demonstrated strong work ethic to achieve school goals
Display effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills; ability to meet aggressive deadlines
Ability to learn and apply all required and recommended FLVS computer applications to create efficiency and consistency in internal workflows and instructional practices
Demonstrated ability to successfully support the FLVS core competencies, values, and expectations for student-centered behaviors

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement.
Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.
Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
Communicate with students, parents, and internal and external professionals within established timelines.
Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities which include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice, and various committees.
Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community members.
Ensure that student growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, schools, and colleagues measured by FLVS district/school survey results.
Meet specific course and school-wide student performance goals.
Demonstrate gains in student performance.
Participate in research and presentations about online teaching; this may include activities such as, authoring articles, hosting workshops, sharing of information for professional growth, and student outreach events and activities.
Participate in blended learning models, which include both online and classroom instruction and interaction with students at various schools and districts across the state; may be required to report to an assigned school.
May be responsible for instructional tutoring.
Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others.
All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.