Comprehensive Science

Hillsborough County Public Schools•Plant City, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary Teacher (grades 6–12) is responsible for instructing assigned content areas and courses in a secondary school classroom. The teacher designs and delivers instruction aligned with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs, while creating a respectful and engaging learning environment that supports student achievement. The position includes assessing and monitoring student learning, maintaining grades and attendance, managing classroom behavior, and communicating with parents and school or district personnel about student progress. The teacher also helps ensure student safety, protects and maintains school property, safeguards confidential information, and maintains required certifications and professional development. Other duties may be assigned according to district needs. District employees are expected to demonstrate regular and predictable attention to work, support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan, act with civility and professionalism, and maintain the knowledge and skills needed for their duties.

Requirements

Eligibility for a Florida Temporary Certificate is required.
Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents; respond to inquiries or complaints; and write and present information effectively.
Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement instruction for assigned content areas and courses in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
Create a positive educational climate characterized by respect and rapport.
Create and deliver relevant, rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
Use varied teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds and meet individual student needs.
Observe and evaluate student performance and mastery of standards; monitor assessment data; and maintain student grades and attendance.
Manage classroom behavior using effective classroom management strategies and appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicate with parents and school or district personnel regarding student progress and encourage parental involvement.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students’ health and safety and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain and secure confidential records, inquiries, and data appropriately.
Maintain required certifications and professional development hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.