Engaging Language Arts Educator

Hendry County School District; LaBelle (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendry County School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher to deliver engaging instruction aligned with Florida standards. The position focuses on planning, implementing, and evaluating lessons that promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth within a supportive classroom environment.

The successful candidate will plan long and short-range lessons, manage diverse learners, and collaborate with school staff to meet district goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certified by the State of Florida in the appropriate area.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Identify or develop long and short range plans based on student needs consistent with district and state curriculum requirements.
• Plan and prepare work for students which is meaningful and engaging.
• Plan and prepare lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the district mission.
• Plan and prepare instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Identify, select, develop, or modify instructional materials to support learning objectives and to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Assist in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a positive, organized, and safe learning environment.
• Establish and use behavior management techniques which are appropriate and effective.
• Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy.
• Establish and maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures including student records subject to the requirements of the Family Rights and Privacy Act.
• Manage time effectively.
• Manage materials and assigned equipment effectively, including record keeping and other inventory requirements.
• Instruct and supervise the work of volunteers and aides when assigned.
• Develop and use assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners.
• Interpret and use data (including, but not limited to, standardized and other test results) for diagnosis, instructional planning, and program evaluation.
• Establish an appropriate testing environment and ensure test accuracy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.
• Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
• Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet the learning needs of all students.
• Provide appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special needs.
• Provide quality work for students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiences.
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and community.
• Collaborate with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needs.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
• Assist others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of a particular area of responsibility.
• Engage in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
• Conduct a personal assessment periodically to determine professional development needs with reference to specific instructional assignments.
• Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere at all times to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities.
• Support school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, services, and programs.
• Ensure that student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
• Performs other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the Superintendent, or the board.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Florida teaching certification

Job description

Hendry County School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher to deliver engaging instruction aligned with Florida standards. The position focuses on planning, implementing, and evaluating lessons that promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth within a supportive classroom environment.

The successful candidate will plan long and short-range lessons, manage diverse learners, and collaborate with school staff to meet district goals.