Instructor Graceville, FL (OnSite)

Dove Academy; Graceville (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Virtual School Dove Academy in Graceville, FL seeks an Instructor for the Florida Scholars Academy. The role focuses on remediation, acceleration, and academic growth of at-risk students in residential facilities, delivering a blend of online and in-person instruction.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and a Florida teaching certificate, with ESE/ESOL endorsements preferred. This full-time role reports to the Florida Scholars Academy leadership and involves collaboration with DJJ

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate or active enrollment in approved program with eligibility.
• ESE and ESOL endorsements preferred.
• Experience with classroom instruction and managing student progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement engaging instructional activities.
• Supervise students and maintain attendance records.
• Communicate with students, parents/guardians, and stakeholders on timelines.
• Collaborate with supervisor and peers to enhance instructional environment.
• Provide instructional tutoring and in-person services at assigned facilities.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Professional work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree

Florida Professional Teaching Certificate

ESE/ESOL endorsements preferred

Reading/English endorsements preferred

Job description

Instructor Graceville, FL (OnSite)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5225632

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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, Florida Scholars Academy (FSA) provides an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to reach their full educational potential. The Instructor, Florida Scholars Academy exhibits a passion for, and dedication to, the remediation, acceleration, and academic growth of at-risk students. This position organizes and implements an instructional program resulting in students achieving academic success in accordance with state policies and laws. This position is responsible for teaching assigned academic subjects in residential facilities for the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice students.

• Plan, prepare, and implement engaging instructional activities in assigned subject(s) 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.
• Be responsible for the supervision of students assigned to the class.
• Conduct roll calls, counts, and maintains attendance records.
• Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
• Ensure that order and discipline are maintained in the classroom using effective classroom behavior management techniques.
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Evaluate students and make determinations as to overall progress.
• Grade student assignments and assessments and follows all grading procedures. Counsel and advise students regarding their academic and behavioral progress.
• Collaborate with supervisor and peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities which include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, professional learning, and professional learning communities.
• Communicate with students, parents/guardians, and internal and external stakeholders within established timelines.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure that student's 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/guardians, colleagues, and other stakeholders measured by district/school survey results.
• Meet specific course and school-wide student performance goals.
• Demonstrate gains in student performance.
• Participate in blended learning models, which includes both on-line and classroom instruction and interaction with students at various residential facilities across the state; required to report to an assigned facility.
• Provide instructional tutoring as directed.
• Provide services in person at the assigned facility to meet the needs of students under the supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
• Support any other academic related topic established at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools, Florida Scholars Academy, Regional Director, Florida Scholars Academy, or Instructional Leader, Florida Scholars Academy.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of basic technology, including software applications, hardware, and navigating digital tools, with the ability to effectively apply them to daily tasks and troubleshoot common issues.
• 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 from an accredited college/university

Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in content area assigned OR proof of active enrollment in a state-approved EPI or MAT program AND either a valid Florida state-issued Statement of Eligibility OR valid Temporary Certificate in content area assigned

Exceptional Student Educational (ESE) Certification, preferred

Gifted Endorsement, preferred

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement, preferred

Reading Endorsement, preferred

Experience:

Teaching experience within subject area OR successful completion of an FLVS instructional internship program OR current enrollment in an approved EPI or MAT program

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

• Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate 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 computer applications to create efficiency and consistency in internal workflows and instructional practices
• Ability to function effectively in a high demand environment
• Demonstrated ability to successfully support core competencies, values, and expectation for student-centered behaviors

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: upto $59,850 Per Year

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Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , HR
• 5422 Carrier Dr #201
• Orlando, Florida 32819
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