Instructor St. Augustine, FL; On-Site

Job Description

In-person at a Florida Department of Juvenile Justice facility near you

Full-time | Paid time off | Full benefits | $59,850

At Florida Scholars Academy, we believe in second chances and bright futures. As an FSA Instructor, you won't just teach-you'll empower students living in DJJ residential facilities across Florida. You'll help them catch up, level up, and thrive academically, no matter where they're starting from.

This is a powerful role for someone who wants to make real change, build strong relationships, and grow in a tech-forward and values-aligned organization.

• Teach core academic subjects (you'll be assigned one) to small groups of students
• Plan creative and interactive lessons that meet students where they are
• Build trust and create a safe space for learning and growth
• Track attendance and grades, and help students set goals
• Work with other educators to share ideas and build success
• Tutor students 1-on-1 or in small groups
• Use both in-person and digital tools (yes, we blend tech + human interaction)
• Be a mentor, motivator, and life-changer-all in a day's work

• A mission-driven educator (or aspiring one) who believes in helping all students succeed
• Tech-savvy and comfortable navigating online learning platforms
• Flexible, creative, and excited to work in a dynamic environment
• Someone who brings patience, humor, and compassion to the classroom
• Looking for a purposeful role, not just a paycheck

• Bachelor's Degree
• A valid Florida teaching certificate - or a temporary certificate / proof of enrollment in an EPI or MAT program
• Comfortable working full-time onsite at a DJJ facility
• Willing to attend professional development, meetings, and trainings
• Passionate about growth-both for your students and yourself

• Certification in ESE, Reading, ESOL, or Gifted Education
• Experience teaching in non-traditional settings or with at-risk youth
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills

• Google Workspace (Docs, Drive, Classroom)
• Online grading and learning platforms
• Digital curriculum tools
• Basic troubleshooting & digital communication

• Be a change maker:
  Help students rewrite their future
• Growth & Support:
  Professional development, mentoring, and career pathways
• Flexibility:
  Small class sizes, time to build real relationships, and space to innovate
• Benefits:
  Competitive salary, PTO, state retirement plan, health insurance, and more
• Community:
  Work with a diverse, supportive, and passionate team