Florida Virtual School Flex Elementary Grade 1 Instructor Florida Certified

FLVS; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Generous paid time off (including 25+.

Benefits package

Job summary

Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is seeking a Flex Elementary Grade 1 Instructor to deliver high-quality online instruction for 1st grade students, aligning with state standards. The role is a 12-month contract with remote office or school-based facility as assigned.

The candidate must hold a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate for the content area and meet education requirements. FLVS offers competitive salaries, a strong benefits package, generous paid time off, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in content area.
• Reading Endorsement preferred.
• Endorsements as required by Florida Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities for engaged learning.
• Deliver synchronous learning at least two days per week.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and communicate with stakeholders.
• Support online teaching and participate in professional development.

Skills

Internet and Web technologies

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in content area

Reading Endorsement

Job description

At this time, FLVS is only considering Florida residents who possess a teaching certification issued by the State of Florida within the content area specified below.

Our team members enjoy competitive salaries, a well-rounded benefits package, generous paid time off (including 25 holidays, vacation, and sick leave), and an array of professional development opportunities. We’re always looking to add to our team of more than 3,000 dedicated professionals who are leading online education worldwide with transformative digital solutions – personalized to every student.

Job Posting End Date: Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on 09-28-2026

Job Title

Florida Virtual School Flex Elementary Grade 1 Instructor

Contract Type

12 Month

Annual Salary

Instructor‐ 12 Month ($57,000/annual)

Location

Remote Office or School Based Facility as assigned

Job Description Summary

Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform. FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. The Position: Position General Summary: The Instructor provides an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. The Instructor organizes and implements an instructional program that results in students achieving academic success in accordance with FLVS and state policies and laws.

Essential Position Functions

• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Identify, select, create and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
• Deliver synchronous learning opportunities to students a minimum of two days per week
• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement
• Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Communicate with students, parents, and internal and external professionals within established timelines
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities which include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice, and various committees
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community members
• Ensure that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, schools, and colleagues measured by FLVS district/school survey results
• Meet specific course and school-wide student performance goals
• Demonstrate gains in student performance
• Participate in research and presentations about online teaching; this may include activities such as, authoring articles, hosting workshops, sharing of information for professional growth, and student outreach events and activities
• Participate in blended learning models, which includes both on-line and classroom instruction and interaction with students at various schools and districts across the state; may be required to report to an assigned school
• May be responsible for instructional tutoring
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others
• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established (These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in content area
• Endorsements as required by Florida Department of Education
• Reading Endorsement preferred

Experience:

• One year successful teaching experience within subject area required

Knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on group projects and work as part of a team
• Must be responsible, accountable and self-motivated
• Demonstrated strong work ethic to achieve school goals
• Display effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills; ability to meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to learn and apply all required and recommended FLVS computer applications to create efficiency and consistency in internal workflows and instructional practices
• Demonstrated ability to successfully support the FLVS core competencies, values, and expectation for student-centered behaviors

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSTeam member carries out essential job functions with accuracy, engages in ongoing and relevant professional learning, applies new knowledge effectively, and demonstrates mastery of job-specific skills

PRODUCTIVITYTeam member produces high quality work, meets organizational and departmental deadlines, balances multiple responsibilities, manages time effectively, and seeks ways to improve processes and productivity

COMMUNICATIONTeam member communicates clearly in written and verbal formats, collaborates effectively, demonstrates professionalism in all interactions, exhibits strong interpersonal skills, and contributes to a positive team and professional community

CUSTOMER FOCUSTeam member addresses the needs of internal and external customers, analyzes problems effectively, contributes to innovative solutions, seeks opportunities for improvement, and successfully adapts to change

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

Frequency of travel: Occasional travel may be required to various schools as daily work locations, as well as lab visits, meetings, trainings, and conferences; assigned locations will vary, and may require overnight stays Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment (Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

View our competitive benefits package, visit our Benefits page.

About Florida Virtual School

We believe people thrive when they’re given freedom, trust, and the opportunity to make a difference. That’s why we empower our talented instructors and dedicated support staff with something unique—equal parts flexibility and support. With opportunities at Florida Virtual School, FlexPoint, and Florida Scholars Academy, we inspire students to believe the sky’s the limit and support schools across the nation. Our Commitment At Florida Virtual School (FLVS) and FlexPoint we value our dedicated team of instructors and support staff. Our values of excellence, innovation, community, balance, and communication create a work environment in which everyone feels confident and appreciated. Our organization and team members do more than just talk about our values; we live them and rely on them to be the foundation of everything we do. We Value Veterans Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, sets forth certain requirements for public employers to accord preferences, in appointment, retention, and promotion, to certain veterans and certain family members of eligible veterans who are Florida residents. The relevant portions of the law apply to “the state and its political subdivisions.” School districts are subject to the requirements of Chapter 295 and preference will be given accordingly.