NSU Florida·Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Responsible for providing daily subject matter instruction to students in grades 9-12 while attending to their academic, social, and emotional needs. Duties include developing lesson plans, maintaining student records, and ensuring a safe, positive learning environment.
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This position is responsible for classroom teacher functions. Provides instruction that is attentive to individual student's academic, social, and emotional needs.
Job Category: Exempt
Commensurate with experience.
Pay Basis: Annually
Subject to Grant Funding? No
This position is contingent on the availability and continuation of external-funding and/or contract. As such, any offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment ended in the event the external funding and/or contract ceases or is reduced.
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Provides daily subject matter instruction to meet group and individualized student needs as assigned by the Director.
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Records and maintains school, classroom, and students' information such as attendance, student files, referral information, progress reports, lesson plans, curriculum development, etc.
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Attends and participates in departmental/division meetings, planning projects, activities, and school related evening and weekend programs.
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Be responsible for the arrangement and storage of materials, equipment, and supplies.
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Observes, reports, and takes immediate action to ensure the prevention and elimination of safety hazards throughout the building and grounds.
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Prepares daily and weekly lesson plans in a manner that is responsive to school's philosophy, and in team or grade level planning.
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Establishes and maintains a positive learning environment that reflects the school's philosophy.
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Refers students, when necessary, following school procedures.
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Communicates with parents and professional staff on a regular basis.
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Be responsible for following curriculum guidelines to include remediating, developing, and enriching computer-based learning experiences.
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Integrates technology into the teaching-learning process.
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Maintains proper discipline and assist students in developing self-discipline and a sense of responsibility.
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Establishes a humanistic, systematic classroom code of conduct.
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Participates in arrival/dismissal, playground, and lunchroom supervisory responsibilities as assigned by the Director.
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree
Major (if required: In field or 12 credits in field
None.
1. Valid State of Florida Certification Certificate. 2. Master's Degree. 3. One (1) year of successful experience in teaching.
Is this a safety sensitive position? No
Background Screening Required? Yes
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NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Market context
High school social studies openings in Florida are often driven by district staffing needs and certification requirements, so candidates with the right subject credits and a valid Florida certificate are typically well positioned. This role is competitive because a bachelor’s degree in the field or 12 credits is required, while a master’s degree and teaching experience are preferred; benefits include retirement, medical, dental, and tuition waiver options. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and gather transcripts before applying.