FLVS Flex Drivers Education Instructor Florida Certified

At this time, FLVS is only considering Florida residents who possess a teaching certification issued by the State of Florida within the content area specified below. PLEASE NOTE: Your application will expire one year from the time of submission. Please feel free to apply to any other positions for which you may qualify. Our team members enjoy competitive salaries, a well-rounded benefits package, generous paid time off (including 25 holidays, vacation, and sick leave), and an array of professional development opportunities.  We’re always looking to add to our team of more than 3,000 dedicated professionals who are leading online education worldwide with transformative digital solutions – personalized to every student.  Job Posting End Date: Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on 02-03-2023 Job Title: FLVS Flex Drivers Education Instructor Florida Certified Contract Type: 12 Month Annual Salary: Instructor‐ 12 Month ($57,000/annual) Location: Remote Office or School Based Facility as assigned Job Description Summary: 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. The Position: Position General Summary: The Instructor provides an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. The Instructor organizes and implements an instructional program that results in students achieving academic success in accordance with FLVS and state policies and laws. Essential Position Functions: Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities 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 Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process Communicate with students, parents, and internal and external professionals within established timelines Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities which include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice, and various committees Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community members Ensure that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, schools, and colleagues measured by FLVS district/school survey results Meet specific course and school-wide student performance goals Demonstrate gains in student performance Participate in research and presentations about online teaching; this may include activities such as, authoring articles, hosting workshops, sharing of information for professional growth, and student outreach events and activities Participate in blended learning models, which includes both on-line and classroom instruction and interaction with students at various schools and districts across the state; may be required to report to an assigned school May be responsible for instructional tutoring Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate 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 Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in content area assigned OR proof of active enrollment in a stated-approved EPI or MAT program AND either a valid Florida state-issued Statement of Eligibility OR valid Temporary Certificate in content area assigned Endorsements as required by Florida Department of Education Experience: One year successful 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, abilities and skills: Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies Possess strong verbal and written communication skills Work independently with little direct supervision Demonstrated ability to collaborate on group projects and work as part of a team Must be responsible, accountable and self-motivated Demonstrated strong work ethic to achieve school goals Display effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills; ability to meet aggressive deadlines Ability to learn and apply all required and recommended FLVS computer applications to create efficiency and consistency in internal workflows and instructional practices Demonstrated ability to successfully support the FLVS core competencies, values, and expectation for student-centered behaviors Core Competencies For Success: COMMUNICATION SKILLS Clearly and effectively conveys and/or presents information verbally; summarizes what was heard to mitigate miscommunication; Shares ideas and perspectives and encourages others to do the same; Informs others involved in a project of new developments; Disseminates information to other employees, as appropriate; Effectively uses multiple channels to communicate important messages; Keeps supervisor well informed about progress and/or problems in a timely manner; Writes in a clear, concise, organized and convincing way for a variety of target audiences; The written message is consistently error-free; The written message has the desired effect on the target audience CUSTOMER FOCUS Prioritizes customers (internal and external) and their needs as primary and is dedicated to meeting their expectations; Develops and maintains customer relationships; builds credibility and trust; Quickly and effectively solves customer problems; Provides prompt, attentive service in a cheerful manner; adapts to changing information, conditions or challenges with a positive attitude; Incorporates customer feedback into delivery of service to provide the best experience possible for the customer; Actively promotes FLVS in community by serving as a FLVS ambassador or volunteer INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Relates well with others; Treats others with respect; Shares views in a tactful way; Demonstrates diplomacy by approaching others about sensitive issues in non-threatening ways; Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others; Fosters an environment conducive to open, transparent communication among all levels and positions; Takes the initiative to get to know internal and external customers FUNCTIONAL /TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Has the skills, abilities, knowledge and experience to be successful in functional area of expertise; Dedicates time and energy to keeping abreast of the latest information related to area of expertise and technology; Picks up on technology quickly; Does well in technical courses and seminars; Produces high quality work in organized and timely fashion Individual Contributor Competencies For Success: PEER RELATIONSHIPS Finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all; Can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups; Solves problems with peers with minimal “noise”; Is seen as a team player and is cooperative; Easily gains trust and support peers; Encourages collaboration; Is candid with peers CREATIVITY Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming sessions; Takes calculated risks; Is not afraid to try new things and potentially “fail fast” SELF KNOWLEDGE Seeks feedback; Gains insight from mistakes; Is open to constructive criticism; isn’t defensive; Proactively seeks to understand his/her strengths and areas for growth; applies information to best serve organization; Recognizes how his/her behavior impacts others and incorporates insight into future interactions PLANNING Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; Sets objectives and goals; Breaks down work into the process steps; Develops schedules and task/people assignments; Anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; Measures performance against goals; Evaluates results ORGANIZING Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; Concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; Can attend to a broader range of activities as a result of organizing time efficiently; Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; Arranges information and files in a useful manner PROBLEM SOLVING Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; Probes all fruitful sources for answers; Can see hidden problems; Is excellent at honest analysis; Looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers DRIVE FOR RESULTS Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; Very bottom-line oriented; Steadfastly pushes self and others for results; Is full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; Consistently seizes opportunities; Consistently exceeds goals Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions: Frequency of travel: Occasional travel may be required to various schools as daily work locations, as well as lab visits, meetings, trainings, and conferences; assigned locations will vary, and may require overnight stays Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment (Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.) Why join Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint? Whether you’re part of our instructional staff, working with students on a personal, one-on-one basis to push them toward success, or one of our support staff members who work tirelessly to ensure we’re providing the cutting-edge experience you’d expect from the industry leader, all of us at FLVS and FlexPoint work with a common commitment in mind – the student is at the center of every decision we make. Our team members are passionate about delivering a high-quality, technology-based education that provides the skills and knowledge students need for success. We’re always looking to add to our team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals working across the state of Florida to transform education worldwide. Who we are Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint offer services for every learner, school, district, teacher, and beyond. We know that individualized learning, paired with innovation, can unlock endless possibilities. Join our team, and together, let’s lift learning above the status quo. Florida Virtual School (FLVS) provides high-quality, Kindergarten-12th grade online education to students, schools, and districts across Florida. As a fully accredited statewide public school district, students benefit from tuition-free, full-time and part-time online school options with state-certified teachers. Our team is here to provide families with a safe, reliable, and flexible education in a supportive environment. FlexPoint is the national arm of FLVS, serving schools and districts globally, providing digital K-12 courses that result in high student performance outcomes, easy-to-use online platforms, and educator training and support. Revenue generated from our work with districts outside of Florida is reinvested into the creation of the highest-quality courses, and the development of new educational technologies. Our commitment At Florida Virtual School (FLVS) and FlexPoint we value our diverse and dedicated team of instructors and support staff.  Our values of excellence, innovation, community, balance, and communication create a work environment in which everyone feels confident and appreciated.  Our organization and team members do more than just talk about our values; we live them and rely on them to be the foundation of everything we do. We recognize that without the instructors and staff who comprise our team, we would not be able to give our students the educational experience they deserve. Whether you’re part of our instructional staff working with students one-on-one to propel them toward success, or one of our support staff members working tirelessly to ensure we’re providing the cutting-edge experience you’d expect from the industry leader, all of us at work with a common commitment in mind – the student is at the center of every decision we make. Our team members are passionate about delivering high-quality digital learning on a robust online platform to achieve content mastery for student success. Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, sets forth certain requirements for public employers to accord preferences, in appointment, retention, and promotion, to certain veterans and certain family members of eligible veterans who are Florida residents. The relevant portions of the law apply to “the state and its political subdivisions.” School districts are subject to the requirements of Chapter 295 and preference will be given accordingly.

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