ESOL

Hillsborough County Public Schools•Tampa, 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. The teacher designs and delivers instruction aligned with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs, while fostering a respectful and engaging learning environment. The role includes evaluating student learning, managing classroom behavior, communicating with families and school personnel, and maintaining required certifications and professional development. The posting identifies the assignment as 7th grade ELA and ESOL.

Requirements

Eligibility for a Florida Temporary Certificate is required.
A Florida Professional Educator Certificate is preferred.
Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents and respond to inquiries or complaints.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts, including probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Professional communication, listening, judgment, planning, organization, and job-knowledge competencies described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator Certificate.

Responsibilities

Design and implement instruction in assigned content areas and courses aligned with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
Create a positive educational climate in which students learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
Create and deliver relevant, rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
Use varied teaching practices and methodologies that reflect students’ diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds and meet individual needs.
Observe and evaluate student performance and mastery of standards; monitor assessment data; maintain student grades and attendance.
Manage classroom behavior using effective strategies and appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicate with parents and school or district personnel about student progress and encourage parental involvement.
Take responsible precautions to protect students’ health and safety, as well as 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.
Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan; demonstrate regular and predictable attention to work; act with civility, respect, and professionalism; and maintain professional knowledge and skills.