Teacher, Health Science Ed

Polk County Public Schools•Winter Haven, FL

About The Position

This position ensures that students learn basic and essential skills at each grade level. The teacher plans and delivers instruction consistent with district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study; adapts instruction to students’ individual needs; creates a classroom environment conducive to learning; and supports students’ engagement and study habits. The role also includes curriculum development, classroom management and student supervision, communication with families and the public, professional growth, and regular evaluation of student progress. The teacher collaborates with parents, school districts, agencies, staff, and administrators to support students and the educational program. The role requires maintaining student confidentiality, following board policies and school rules, and performing other duties as assigned. The position is covered by the Teachers Union collective bargaining agreement and is classified as exempt.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Must be certified, qualified, and highly qualified as defined by the assigned course code(s).
Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts, and agencies in providing services to students.
Ability to develop concepts and ideas and communicate them orally and in writing.
Knowledge of child development.
Ability to administer testing instruments as required.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with students, teams, and groups.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/biliterate.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction that follows district philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans and assignments, use effective teaching strategies, and maximize instructional time.
Design and adapt instruction to meet individual student needs and encourage engagement and good study habits.
Provide progress and interim reports, prepare substitute information when requested, identify learning problems, and make referrals as appropriate.
Maintain strong subject-matter knowledge and communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
Participate in ongoing curriculum revision and assist with selecting books, equipment, and instructional materials.
Develop and consistently apply reasonable classroom behavior rules and discipline techniques in accordance with district and building guidelines.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities; share responsibility for student supervision throughout the school day.
Uphold and enforce board policies, administrative procedures, school rules, and regulations, and communicate positively about the school program.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.
Work cooperatively with parents to strengthen students’ educational programs and maintain cooperative relationships with staff.
Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework; maintain relevant professional memberships; and cooperate in planning in-service training.
Attend staff, department, and committee meetings as required.
Regularly evaluate student accomplishments using multiple assessment methods and adjust instruction based on results.
Perform duties needed to maintain instructional-program accountability and protect the confidentiality of student, parent, and teacher records and information.
Perform other duties as assigned.