AVID Academic Teacher

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Florida is seeking an AVID Academic Teacher responsible for educating students in grades 6-12. The ideal candidate will create engaging lesson plans, develop a positive classroom environment, and effectively communicate with students and parents. This full-time position requires a Florida Professional Educator Certificate or eligibility for a Temporary Certificate.

Qualifications

• Experienced in designing curriculum for grades 6-12.
• Ability to create a positive learning environment.
• Knowledge of state standards and district curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging lessons.
• Evaluate student performance and manage records.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.
• Use diverse teaching practices to meet varied student needs.
• Observe and evaluate student progress and maintain grades.
• Manage behavior with effective classroom strategies.
• Communicate with parents and school staff about student progress.
• Protect health, safety, and secure confidential records.
• Maintain certifications and professional development hours.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Engagement strategies

Education

Florida Professional Educator Certificate

Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate

Tools

Educational software

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.

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 student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Qualifications and Other Information

• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred. Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate required.
• Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community; writes speeches and presents to managers, the public, and school board.
• Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts and applies fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

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

Note: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district may provide preferences in select procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

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

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. All applicants must have an active application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.

Salary information and related job descriptions are available on the district's website.