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Hillsborough County Public Schools•Riverview, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary Teacher (grades 6–12) provides instruction in assigned content areas and courses in a secondary-school classroom. Instruction should align with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs. The teacher creates a respectful and engaging learning environment, delivers rigorous lessons, uses varied teaching methods to address students’ individual needs, and monitors student learning and progress. The position also involves managing classroom behavior, communicating with parents and school or district personnel, protecting students and school resources, maintaining confidential records, and keeping required certifications and professional development current. Additional duties may be assigned based on district needs. A Florida Professional Educator Certificate is preferred; eligibility for a Florida Temporary Certificate is required.

Requirements

Required courses: English 1 and English 2.
Required certification: English 6–12.
Eligibility for a Florida Temporary Certificate is required.
Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents; respond to inquiries or complaints; and write and present effectively.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts, including probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions, to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems, handle situations with limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, listen and comprehend, keep others informed, and select appropriate communication methods.
Ability to learn and apply new skills, keep abreast of current developments, work with minimal supervision, understand how the role relates to others, and use resources effectively.
Ability to make timely decisions using sound judgment and explain the reasoning behind decisions.
Ability to plan and organize work, prioritize tasks, use time efficiently, set goals, adapt to changes, and coordinate projects.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement instruction in assigned content areas and courses in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
Create a positive classroom 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 grades and attendance.
Manage classroom behavior using effective classroom management strategies and appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicate with parents and school or district personnel about student progress and encourage parental involvement.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students’ health and safety and safeguard 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.