Florida Scholars Academy Instructor Crestview, FL (On-Site)

HTU; Crestview, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off including holidays and/v

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

HTU in Crestview, Florida is seeking an educator to plan, prepare, and implement engaging instructional activities across assigned subjects, fostering meaningful learning experiences for diverse learners.

You will supervise students, monitor attendance, evaluate progress, and provide tutoring and academic support at Department of Juvenile Justice residential facilities, using technology to enhance daily instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in the assigned content area.
• Teaching experience or enrolled in approved EPI/MAT program with Florida eligibility.
• Proficiency with internet and web technologies.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement engaging instructional activities across subjects.
• Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources for diverse learners.
• Supervise students, take attendance, and maintain classroom order.
• Evaluate progress, grade assignments, and counsel students on development.
• Collaborate with supervisors/peers through team teaching and PLCs.
• Communicate with students, parents, and stakeholders within timelines.
• Participate in blended learning models and report to residential facilities.
• Provide tutoring and academic support at DJJ facilities.
• Utilize technology to support daily tasks and instruction.
• Meet professional obligations and deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Florida Professional Teaching Certificate

ESE Certification (preferred)

Gifted Endorsement (preferred)

ESOL Endorsement (preferred)

Reading Endorsement (preferred)

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Plan, prepare, and implement engaging instructional activities in assigned subjects to foster meaningful learning experiences.
• Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources to meet diverse student needs, including varying backgrounds and learning styles.
• Supervise students assigned to the class, conduct roll calls, maintain attendance records, and ensure classroom order using effective behavior management techniques.
• Evaluate student progress, grade assignments and assessments, and counsel students on academic and behavioral development.
• Collaborate with supervisors and peers through team teaching, meetings, and professional learning communities to enhance instruction.
• Communicate with students, parents/guardians, and stakeholders within established timelines, modeling professional and ethical standards.
• Ensure continuous student growth appropriate for age, subject area, and program classification, meeting course and school-wide performance goals.
• Participate in blended learning models, including online and classroom instruction at various residential facilities; report to assigned facility as required.
• Provide instructional tutoring and academic support services in person at assigned Department of Juvenile Justice residential facilities.
• Demonstrate proficiency with technology, including software applications and digital tools, to support daily tasks and troubleshoot issues.
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits, including meeting deadlines and coordinating resources effectively.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in the assigned content area, or active enrollment in a state-approved EPI or MAT program with a valid Florida Statement of Eligibility or Temporary Certificate.
• Preferred certifications include Exceptional Student Educational (ESE) Certification, Gifted Endorsement, ESOL Endorsement, and Reading Endorsement.
• Teaching experience in the subject area, successful completion of an FLVS instructional internship, or current enrollment in an approved EPI or MAT program.
• Operational knowledge of internet and web-related technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and classroom management abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Responsible, accountable, self-motivated, with a strong work ethic to achieve school goals.
• Effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills with ability to meet aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to learn and apply required computer applications to enhance workflow and instructional practices.
• Capability to function effectively in a high-demand environment and support student-centered behaviors.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary of $59,850.
• Competitive salaries with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Access to a variety of professional development opportunities.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Daily travel to assigned residential facility; frequent travel for meetings, training, and conferences, which may include overnight stays.
• Light physical activities required in an office environment.