Teacher - Temporary Disaster Recovery Support Position

$106,080 - $141,440/Yr

(Suppressed) - Madison, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Madison, FL

About the position

The Teacher - Temporary Disaster Recovery Support Position is focused on providing educational support in a recovery setting following damage from Hurricane. The role aims to create a conducive learning environment that fosters the intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth of students, aligning with district goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Create or select long-range plans based on district and state curriculum priorities.
• Define goals and objectives for unit and daily lesson plans.
• Sequence content and activities appropriately.
• Identify specific intended learning outcomes that are challenging, meaningful, and measurable.
• Revise lesson plans based on student needs.
• Plan and prepare a variety of learning activities considering individual student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.
• Develop or select instructional activities that foster active involvement of students in the learning process.
• Plan and prepare lessons and instructional strategies that support the school improvement plan and the district mission.
• Select, develop, modify, and/or adapt materials and resources that support learning objectives and address students' varying learning styles, backgrounds, and special needs.
• Establish and maintain a positive, organized, and safe learning environment.
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Maintain a clean attractive learning environment.
• Maintain academic focus by using a variety of motivational techniques.
• Establish and use behavior management techniques that are appropriate and effective.
• Establish routines and procedures and work with students on consistently following them.
• Create a learning climate that is challenging yet non-threatening.
• Maintain instructional momentum with smooth and efficient transitions from one activity to another.
• Establish appropriate testing environment and ensure test security.
• Establish and maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
• Manage time effectively.
• Develop routines and efficient techniques for minimizing time required for administrative and organizational activities.
• Manage materials and equipment effectively.
• Organize materials for efficient distribution and collection.
• Instruct and supervise the work of volunteers and aides when assigned.
• Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
• Develop and use assessment strategies to assist the continuous development of learners.
• Interpret and use data for diagnosis, instructional planning, and program evaluation.
• Use ongoing assessment to monitor student progress and verify that learning is occurring.
• Provide feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of work.
• Communicate individual student progress knowledgeably and responsibly to students, parents, and professional colleagues.
• Encourage self-assessment by students and assist them in developing plans for improving their performance.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with directions provided.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of instructional units and teaching strategies.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.
• Communicate high expectations for learning for all students.
• Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
• Monitor learning activities, providing feedback and reinforcement to students.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
• Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.
• Assist students in accessing, interpreting, and evaluating information from multiple sources.
• Provide appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special needs.
• Provide quality work for students focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiences.
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Foster student responsibility, appropriate social behavior, integrity, valuing of cultural diversity, and respect for self and others.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and community.
• Collaborate with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needs.
• Provide accurate and timely information to parents and students about academic and behavioral performance of students.
• Work with other teachers in curriculum development, special activities, and sharing ideas and resources.
• Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.
• Engage in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
• Assist others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area of responsibility.
• Keep abreast of developments in instructional methodology, learning theory, curriculum trends, and content.
• Conduct a personal assessment periodically to determine professional development needs.
• Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct.
• Perform assigned duties.
• Demonstrate attention to punctuality, attendance, records, and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and other professional information.
• Comply with policies, procedures, and programs.
• Exercise appropriate professional judgment.
• Support school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, services, and programs.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
• Ensure that student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Valid teaching certification in Florida.
• Experience in teaching or educational support roles.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and instructional strategies.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in disaster recovery or emergency management education.
• Familiarity with special education needs and strategies.
• Skills in using technology for instructional purposes.

Benefits

• Salary consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.