Alternative Ed

Overview

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The Secondary Teacher (grades 6-12) is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within a secondary school.

District expectations:
All district employees must demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work; support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan; engage in civility, respect, and professionalism; maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
• Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds to meet the individual needs of students.
• Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
• Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and applying disciplinary procedures as needed.
• Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
• Ensures health and safety of students and protection of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data appropriately.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and engages in professional development as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned; understands that responsibilities may change according to the needs of the district.

• Communications: expresses ideas verbally and in writing, listens effectively, and keeps others informed.
• Job knowledge: competent in required job skills and knowledge; ability to learn and apply new skills; stays current with developments and requires minimal supervision.
• Judgment: exercises sound and timely decision-making and involves appropriate people in decisions.
• Project management: develops plans, coordinates projects, and completes them on time and within budget.
• Planning and organizing: prioritizes, plans work activities, and uses time efficiently.
• Note:
  
  School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination; district may have veteran-related preferences as applicable.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:
  Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred; eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate required.
• Other skills: reads, analyzes, and interprets documents; responds to inquiries; writes and presents effectively; basic computer skills.

Physical Demands:
Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing. Lifting up to 10 pounds. Reaching with both hands; overhead. Noise: moderate.

All postings close at 12:00 a.m. on the posted closing date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. Active applications and notifications are required for consideration.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education