Core Teacher

Focus School Software, LLC; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Volusia County Schools seeks a Secondary Classroom Teacher (Math) for Southwestern Middle School in Florida. The role focuses on helping students attain annual learning goals through standards-aligned instruction and technology-based strategies, with ongoing record-keeping and compliance with district policies.

The position requires a valid Florida Educator Certificate and a commitment to professional development, meetings, and district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an educational field or the equivalent as defined by FAC 6A-1.0503
• Hold or is eligible to hold a valid Florida Educator Certificate or equivalent as defined by FAC 6A-1.0503
• Attends staff meetings and in-service training as needed

Responsibilities

• Help students master challenging standards and meet all state and local requirements for achievement.
• Teach diligently using prescribed materials and technology-based instruction.
• Keep records and submit reports required by law, the school board, and/ or the principal/ administrator.
• Maintain a valid Florida educator’s certificate as required by state law and state board of education regulations.
• Deliver all keys, records and reports and account for school property to the principal/ administrator at year end or termination.
• Conform to policies and procedures of the school and district.

Skills

Administrative competence

Analytical ability

Instructional procedures

Communication skills

Student management

Subject knowledge

Assessment & evaluation

Interpersonal relations

Emotional control

Team participation

Professional conduct

Attend staff trainings

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education or FAC 6A-1.0503 equivalent

Valid Florida Educator Certificate or eligible

Job description

Category SECONDARY CLASSROOM TEACHERS, 7-8

Classification 03-Instructional/VUE

Posting Number 63430329

Date Posted 08/31/2026

Closing Date 12/18/2026

Job Description

POSITION GOAL: To work diligently and conscientiously in the role of instructional personnel to help students meet or exceed annual learning goals, to meet state and local achievement requirements, and to master the skills required to graduate from high school prepared for postsecondary education and work (FS 1012.53)

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help students master challenging standards and meet all state and local requirements for achievement. (FS 1012.53)
• Teach diligently and conscientiously, using prescribed materials and methods, including technology-based instruction. (FS 1012.53)
• Keep records and prepare and submit reports required by law, the school board, and/ or the principal/ administrator. (FS 1012.53) (VCS 410)
• Maintain a valid Florida educator’s certificate as required by state law and state board of education regulations. (VCS 410)
• Perform those duties that are necessary for the diligent and conscientious instruction of students. (VCS 410)
• Use prescribed and otherwise appropriate materials and methods. (VCS 410)
• Conform to all laws/ and all school board, school and division policies and procedures. (VCS 410)
• Deliver all keys, records and reports and account for all other assigned school district property to the principal/ administrator at the end of the regular school year or summer school upon transfer or termination of employment, or at any other time as required by the principal/ administrator or the superintendent. (VCS 410)
• Administer prescription medication as assigned and in accordance with law and school board policy. (VCS 211; FS 1006.062)
• Will contact and make arrangements for his own substitute provided the teacher has prior authorization to do so from the principal, the substitute called is included on the approved substitute teacher list in the automated calling system, and in accordance with school board policy. (VCS 407)
• Conform to policy regarding sexual harassment, within the contexts of teacher-student, supervisor-subordinate, and between persons of the same employment status. (VCS 509)
• Conform to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida. (FAC 6B-1.001)
• Conform to the Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida. (FAC 6B-1.006)
• Assist in practicing and enforcing laws, rules and policy regarding the Volusia County Schools Code of Student Conduct, and those of Florida, including the authority to use alternatives. (VCS Code of Student Conduct-208, FAC 6A-1.0404)
• Conform to the Volusia County Schools Equity Plan and the tenets of the prohibition of discrimination. (FAC 6A-19.001)
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training as needed for job enhancement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal/ Administrator, which are not in conflict with law, policy or the contract. (VCS 410)

*Denotes essential job function/ADA

Position Summary

Position Code: 713-300056

Subject: Math

Grade level(s): 6-8

School/Site: Southwestern Middle School

Please contact Tai Swift at [e-mail] additional information

Required Qualifications/Certifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an educational field or the equivalent as defined by Florida Administrative Code (FAC) 6A-1.0503
• Hold or is eligible to hold a valid Florida Educator Certificate or equivalent as defined by FAC 6A-1.0503

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Demonstrates competence in administrative and supervisory requirements (FAC 6B-5.003)
• Demonstrates competence in the techniques to analyze the needs and potential of individuals (FAC 6B-5.004)
• Demonstrates competence in instructional procedures (FAC 6B-5.005)
• Demonstrates competence in communication skills (FAC 6B-5.006)
• Demonstrates competence in student management techniques (FAC 6B-5.007)
• Demonstrates knowledge within the area of specialization to a degree consistent with the educator’s professional preparation (FAC 6B-5.008)
• Demonstrates competence in the techniques used to evaluate learning and goal achievement (FAC 6B-5.009)
• Demonstrates competence in human and interpersonal relations skills (FAC 6B-5.010)
• Demonstrate the ability to engage in physical activity appropriate to the required task, except for temporary disability (FAC 6B-5.011)
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively to accomplish the required task (FAC 6B-5.011)
• Ability to exhibit appropriate control of emotions (FAC 6B-5.011)
• Ability to perform required tasks with sufficient intellectual ability (FAC 6B-5.011)
• Ability to attend staff meetings and in-service training as needed

REPORTS TO: Principal / Administrator

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

Salary Info

Base Salary: $50,000 - $51,500

Advanced Degree Supplement if eligible: $3,081 to $6,637