SOCIAL STUDIES/UNIQUE SKILLS TEACHER - 48008308

State of Florida • Saint Augustine, FL

3d • $53,950 - $57,550 • Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent of this position teaches sensory impaired students in a state-mandated academic program. This includes conducting and directing student learning experiences using written lesson plans that cover the requirements of the State with regard to the Current Florida Curriculum Standards and course descriptions. The role involves using required instructional materials with fidelity to introduce and develop concepts, developing and maintaining a classroom management program, and identifying/developing, implementing, using, monitoring, and evaluating long and short term objectives based on students' IEPs. The teacher will analyze and utilize student data to drive instruction, monitor student progress based on IEP goals and FSDB and State mandated objectives, and record and report data on individual students, including grade books, report cards, progress monitoring reports, incident reports, interim reports, and attendance records. Additionally, the role requires documenting and correcting disruptive student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures, and maintaining a professional relationship with students, parents, and other staff members. The position also requires attending trainings/meetings and implementing skills acquired during professional development activities as required by Federal, State and FSDB mandates. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the educational needs of deaf/hard-of-hearing and/or blind/visually impaired students
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communications
• Knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of teaching
• Knowledge of the principles of human learning, behavior and counseling
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of curriculum development
• Ability to teach individuals in a classroom setting using the principles of differentiated instruction
• Ability to prepare teaching plans, courses, activities and learning experiences for a variety of students
• Ability to develop appropriate curriculums
• Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to classroom teaching
• Ability to plan, establish priorities and implement activities for maximum effectiveness
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to maintain certification in the appropriate sensory impaired area
• Ability to apply the principles of Response to Intervention
• Ability to pass training and administer skills acquired during CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (CPI)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field
• Current state of Florida educator certification in Middle Grades Social Science 5-9, Social Science 6-12 or Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum 5-9 or ability to obtain within a reasonable period of time upon hire
• Current certification in Deaf or Hard of Hearing (or eligible for upon appointment)
• If certification(s) noted are not from Florida, upon appointment, shall obtain state of Florida certification(s) within a reasonable period of time
• Additional requirements mandated by state/federal law and position responsibilities
• Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to attain an advanced proficiency in sign language within one year of hire

Nice To Haves

• Teachers may be hired with current state of Florida educator certification in Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing K-12, with the understanding that additional certification requirements must be completed within a specified period of time.
• Teachers may be hired with current state of Florida educator certification in Middle Grades Social Science 5-9, Social Science 6-12 or Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum 5-9, with the understanding that additional certification(s) requirements must be completed within a specified period of time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and direct student learning experiences using written lesson plans that cover the requirements of the State with regard to the Current Florida Curriculum Standards and course descriptions
• Use required instructional materials with fidelity to introduce and develop concepts
• Develop and maintain a classroom management program
• Identify/develop, implement, use, monitor and evaluate long and short term objectives based on students' IEPs
• Analyze and utilize student data to drive instruction
• Monitor student progress based on the goals of the IEP, and FSDB and State mandated objectives
• Record and report data on individual students, i.e, keep grade books, report cards, progress monitoring reports, incident reports, interim reports, attendance records, etc
• Document and correct disruptive student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures
• Maintain a professional relationship with students, parents and other staff members
• Attend trainings/meetings and implement skills acquired during professional development activities as required by Federal, State and FSDB mandates

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System.
• Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only.
• Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage.
• Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more.
• Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost.
• Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level