Instructor Okeechobee, FL (On-Site)

Everglades Youth Academy; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Everglades Youth Academy in Okeechobee, FL, seeks an Instructor to support academic growth for at-risk students in a residential program. The role emphasizes remediation, acceleration, and tailored instruction across subjects, with blended online and on-site teaching, reporting to DJJ facilities statewide.

The instructor will plan engaging lessons, manage classrooms, track progress, and collaborate with staff to meet performance goals in a demanding learning environment.

Qualifications

• Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement engaging instructional activities in assigned subject(s).
• Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources.
• Supervise students and maintain attendance records.
• Maintain accurate record keeping procedures.
• Ensure orderly classroom environment and effective behavior management.
• Provide a positive learning environment and encourage student engagement.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback.
• Grade assignments and assessments and counsel students on progress.
• Collaborate with supervisor and peers to enhance instruction.
• Communicate with students, parents/guardians, and stakeholders within timelines.
• Model professional and ethical standards in dealings with students and parents.
• Meet course and school-wide performance goals.
• Participate in blended learning models across facilities statewide.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Florida Professional Teaching Certificate

Job description

Instructor Okeechobee, FL (On-Site)

Florida Virtual School Everglades Youth Academy - Okeechobee, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5970010
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Oct 23, 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.

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.

Essential Position Functions

• 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

  Position Type: Full-time

  Job Categories

  • Career and Technical Education > Computer Science
  • Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades
  • Classroom Teacher > Business Education
  • Classroom Teacher > Computer Science
  • Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts
  • Classroom Teacher > High School / Secondary
  • Classroom Teacher > Math: General
  • Classroom Teacher > Science: General
  • Classroom Teacher > Social Studies: General
  • Special Education > Emotionally Disabled
  • Special Education > General Special Education
  • Special Education > Gifted & Talented

  Job Requirements

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

  Contact Information

  • Human Resources
  • 5422 Carrier Dr #201
  • Orlando, Florida 32819
  • Phone: [phone]
  • Email: [e-mail]