Substitute (part-time / on-call)

Pace Center for Girls I Do Matter•Ft. Myers, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The substitute teacher role is for educators who have a commitment and passion for educating girls. Our year-round program affords multiple benefits to students and their families, as they receive wraparound support in education and social services. This is a Part-Time, On-Call position. At Pace, we transform girls’ lives through academic and counseling programs based on a girl-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed framework. Team members create a safe place for girls to learn, process, heal, and begin again. Founded in 1985, Pace Center for Girls is a nonprofit organization that believes all girls, regardless of their story, deserve a safe and supportive space where they can become strong, compassionate, and successful women.

Requirements

Associates degree or meets the education level of the district’s requirements
Attains and/or maintains certification and endorsements by required deadlines
Valid Florida ID or Florida Driver’s License
Knowledge of laws relating to children and families
This position requires a Level II pre-employment background screening pursuant to Chapters 435, 984, 985 and 943, Florida Statutes, and the Department of Juvenile Justice policy and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Current Florida State Teacher’s Certification
Education degree
Minimum one-year teaching experience
Teaching experience in an at-risk youth environment
Knowledge of state and school districts policies

Responsibilities

Adhere to and deliver instructions and lessons provided by the Classroom Teacher in their absence.
Knows how to design and align instruction according to state standards.
Uses formal and informal assessment to monitor progress and plan instruction to meet girls’ individual needs.
Plans for effective classroom instruction by utilizing innovative, appropriate, and differentiated instructional techniques and strategies.
Creates a safe and trusting classroom environment that is gender responsive, trauma informed and strength-based.
Maintains appropriate standards of behavior to support an environment that is conducive for learning.
Promotes confidence, perseverance and responsibility in the students for their achievement of personal academic goals.
Is knowledgeable about state of Florida graduation requirements and promotes college readiness.
Strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning.
Demonstrates appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals.
Fosters and maintains a gender responsive environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Must be capable of overseeing students both visually and audibly to ensure their safety and well-being.
Expected to complete and participate in all required trainings and drills.
Required to align with the Mission, Values, and Guiding Principles, maintain ethical standards, and comply with all policies and procedures of Pace Center for Girls.