Florida Virtual School Flex Middle Grades Social Studies Instructor Florida Certified

FLVS; United States; Remote; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Virtual School (FLVS) invites applications for a Flex Middle Grades Social Studies Instructor. This 12-month role supports online and blended learning, delivering engaging middle grades social studies instruction to students remotely or at assigned school facilities.

The instructor fosters student growth, meets deadlines, and collaborates with teams across FLVS. Qualified candidates hold a Florida Professional Teaching Certificate and a bachelor’s degree, with demonstrated communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with Florida teaching certificate or active enrollment in state-approved program.
• Endorsements as required by Florida DOE.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional activities for online and blended learning.
• Identify and adapt resources for diverse learner needs and backgrounds.
• Assess curricular needs and propose improvements.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with families and colleagues.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance instructional environment through team activities.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Collaborate on group projects

Work independently

Time management

Self-motivated

Meet deadlines

Computer applications fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Florida Teaching Certificate or eligibility

Enrollment in EPI/MAT program

Job description

Job Title: Florida Virtual School Flex Middle Grades Social Studies Instructor

Florida Certified

Contract Type: 12 Month

Annual Salary: Instructor- 12 Month ($57,000/annual)

Location: Remote Office or School Based Facility as assigned

Job Posting End Date: Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on 10-16-2026

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.

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
• 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 are 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 include both online 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 demonstrating 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 assigned OR proof of active enrollment in a stated-approved EPI or MAT program AND either a valid Florida state-issued Statement of Eligibility OR valid Temporary Certificate in content area assigned Endorsements as required by Florida Department of Education Experience:

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 expectations for student-centered behaviors

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

• JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Team 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
• PRODUCTIVITY Team member produces high quality work, meets organizational and departmental deadlines, balances multiple responsibilities, manages time effectively, and seeks ways to improve processes and productivity
• COMMUNICATION Team 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 FOCUS Team 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:

Location: Remote Office or School-Based Facility as assigned 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.)

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

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.

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