Florida Scholars Academy Instructor Jacksonville, FL; On-Site

Job Title

Florida Scholars Academy Instructor – Jacksonville, FL (On‑Site)

Jacksonville, FL – FSA – JACKSONVILLE YOUTH ACADEMY

Employee

$59,850 per annum

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.

• 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.
• Supervise students assigned to the class, conduct roll calls, maintain attendance records, and carry out counts.
• Maintain effective and efficient record‑keeping procedures.
• Ensure order and discipline are maintained in the classroom using effective classroom behavior management techniques.
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to participate actively in the learning process.
• Evaluate students and make determinations as to overall progress.
• Grade student assignments and assessments and follow all grading procedures.
• Counsel and advise students regarding their academic and behavioral progress.
• Collaborate with supervisors and peers to enhance the instructional environment for students as part of team teaching, meetings, professional learning communities, and other collaborative activities.
• 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 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/guardians, colleagues, and other stakeholders measured by district/school survey results.
• Meet specific course and school‑wide student performance goals and demonstrate gains in student performance.
• Participate in blended learning models, incorporating both online and classroom instruction, and interact with students at various residential facilities across the state; required to report to an assigned facility.
• Provide instructional tutoring as directed and 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.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of basic technology, including software applications, hardware, and navigating digital tools, and effectively 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.
• Adhere to all performance goals and/or targets established for work responsibilities.

• 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 a valid Temporary Certificate in content area assigned.
• Exceptional Student Educational (ESE) Certification preferred.
• Gifted endorsement preferred.
• ESOL endorsement preferred.
• Reading endorsement preferred.
• Teaching experience within subject area OR successful completion of an FLVS instructional internship program OR current enrollment in an approved EPI or MAT program.