Alternative Ed

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Florida seeks a Secondary Teacher responsible for grades 6-12 instruction. The role involves designing lesson plans, managing classroom dynamics, and ensuring student engagement. Candidates should hold a Florida Professional Educator Certificate or be eligible for a Temporary Certificate. This is a full-time position requiring effective communication, classroom management skills, and a student-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred.
• Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate required.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction of assigned content areas.
• Create a positive educational climate for students.
• Communicate student progress to parents and personnel.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom management

Content area knowledge

Professional development

Decision making

Project management

Education

Florida Professional Educator Certificate

Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate

Job description

Overview

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The Secondary Teacher (grades 6-12) is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within a secondary school.

District expectations: All district employees must demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work; support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan; engage in civility, respect, and professionalism; maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
• Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds to meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and applying disciplinary procedures as needed.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Ensures health and safety of students and protection of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data appropriately.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and engages in professional development as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned; understands that responsibilities may change according to the needs of the district.

Other Information

• Communications: expresses ideas verbally and in writing, listens effectively, and keeps others informed.
• Job knowledge: competent in required job skills and knowledge; ability to learn and apply new skills; stays current with developments and requires minimal supervision.
• Judgment: exercises sound and timely decision-making and involves appropriate people in decisions.
• Project management: develops plans, coordinates projects, and completes them on time and within budget.
• Planning and organizing: prioritizes, plans work activities, and uses time efficiently.
• Note: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination; district may have veteran-related preferences as applicable.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred; eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate required.
• Other skills: reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes and presents effectively; basic computer skills.

Physical Demands: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing. Lifting up to 10 pounds. Reaching with both hands; overhead. Noise: moderate.

All postings close at 12:00 a.m. on the posted closing date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. Active applications and notifications are required for consideration.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education