Teacher

Second Mile Education; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Mile Education located in Melbourne, Florida is seeking a dedicated teacher responsible for coaching and mentoring high school students. The role emphasizes a mastery-based educational model where the teacher acts as a guide, ensuring students meet their Individual Graduation Plan goals.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Education and a valid Teacher's certification, with knowledge of curriculum standards and effective teaching practices. Join us in fostering an engaging and accountable learning environment for at-risk youth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field from an accredited college or university is required.
• Appropriate Teacher’s certification.
• Knowledge of the principles of secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Provide a student-centered learning environment aligned with academic goals.
• Maintain attendance and academic records as required.
• Collaborate with peers to implement best educational practices.

Skills

Student engagement

Data-driven decision making

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Teacher’s certification

Job description

Subject Areas

English, Math, Science, Social Studies, ESOL.

The Teacher is responsible for coaching, motivating, and instructing high school students within the company model and with attention given to each student’s Individual Graduation Plan (IGP). All for-credit courses are aligned to state standards and are delivered in such a way to engage student learning and accelerate the accumulation of credits through a mastery-based educational model. In many respects, the teacher acts more like a coach and mentor in this environment and is specifically focused on ensuring the success of his/her students.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide a learning environment of high student accountability that is student-centered and aligned with the school’s academic goals and specified objectives.
• Provide direction and leadership within the classroom by displaying an effective working knowledge of the subject matter and by demonstrating best practices relating to teaching/instructional techniques.
• Assist in all initiatives to ensure school meets defined FTE enrollment and attendance goals.
• Maintain progress monitoring reports, attendance and behavioral records, academic grades, and other student records as required by state regulatory guidelines and company policy and procedures.
• Collaborate effectively and professionally with peers to develop, plan, and implement best educational practices based upon the individual academic needs of the students that are aligned with company goals.
• Participate in professional development courses or activities to maintain appropriate certification or credentials based on position.
• Perform all other duties as assigned, which are aligned in accordance with company policy and procedures to ensure student educational and behavioral goals and objectives are achieved.

Job Requirements And Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field from an accredited college or university is required.
• Appropriate Teacher’s certification.
• Knowledge of the principles of secondary education
• Knowledge of curriculum and instructional theory
• Knowledge, skills and ability to analyze and use data to drive program improvement
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Previous experience and/or the ability to work with average at-risk youth is preferred.