Headstart Teacher Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Headstart Teacher 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Ruskin, FL 33570 • Hybrid work

Summary:

25 – 26 School Year The Teacher Leader is a hybrid position, which includes teaching students in a classroom 50% of the time (0.5 FTE) and supporting teachers for improved instruction 50% of the time (0.5 FTE).

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All district employees must:  Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.  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.

Responsibilities:

 Provides instructional coaching to all teachers.  Develops and conducts staff development for classroom teachers.  Analyzes student data and recommends interventions to both administrators and teachers.  Analyzes observational data and conferences with teachers accordingly, both individually and in groups.  Collaborates with core content coaches and contacts to ensure timely dissemination of curricular and instructional information from the district and other sources.  Collaborates with on-site staff on the use of available school technology and resources to increase student achievement.  Develops and supports demonstration classrooms in core content classes.  Develops a monitoring plan and interventions for attendance.  Engages in continuous improvement by attending professional development in all content areas and attends monthly professional learning communities (PLCs) to stay current with best practices and standards.  Interprets data related to student performance and identifies appropriate intervention strategies.  Models effective techniques in the classroom.  Participates as an active member of leadership teams and professional learning communities.  Provides follow-up and implementation support for professional development activities.  Establishes and maintains positive, collaborative relationships with administrators and personnel.  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 in order to meet the individual needs of students.  Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.  Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.  Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.  Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.  Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.  Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.  Performs any other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information:

Communication:

Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Presentation Skills:

Tailors presentation to audience needs. Engages and focuses attention. Presents information logically and persuasively. Handles difficult questions and situations. Inspires audience to action.

Initiative:

Volunteers readily. Undertakes self-development activities. Seeks increased responsibilities. Takes independent actions and calculated risks. Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Asks for help when needed.

Dependability:

Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Commits to doing the best job commitments. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Planning and Organizing:

Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; integrates changes smoothly; sets goals and objectives; works in an organized manner.

NOTE:

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience:

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible, successful experience in classroom teaching. Experience in preparing and presenting trainings preferred.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

Florida Professional Educator Certificate.

Language Skills:

Read, analyze, and interpret all kinds of documents. Conduct presentations and trainings for various audiences. Conference with teachers regarding teaching skills.

Mathematical Skills:

Work with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities:

Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.

Lifting Demands:

Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities:

Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions:

Noise Intensity:

3, moderate; extreme cold, extreme heat, wet/humid. – All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. All applicants must have an “ACTIVE” application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position. Not Currently an Employee of our district? If you are seeking employment with Hillsborough County Public Schools. Are you a current employee of Hillsborough County Public Schools? Eligible employees can find and apply for positions on the new employee experience on the Infor System (GHR Employee Space). All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the employee experience page. Employees who wish to transfer to a different position or location must satisfy the minimum requirements of the desired position. Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility. If you need to update your skills/competencies, please contact the Application Center at 813-840-7181. You must ensure that you have the proper skills/competencies added to your employee profile

PRIOR TO, OR SHORTLY

AFTER, applying for any opening. (Skill/competency updates are not necessary for employees seeking a lateral transfer (same job at a different location)) Job description search: https://www2.sdhc.k12.fl.us/jobdescrs/ Salary Schedules Our district salary schedules are available at: https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/employeerelations