What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contractor_Certified Teacher position at Be Strong International?
Job Overview
This role focuses on delivering high-quality academic support for middle school students in an after-school setting. The position requires developing and implementing engaging activities in reading, writing, and mathematics, aligned with Florida State Standards. Responsibilities include customizing instruction to meet individual needs, especially for students below grade level, and providing in-person support. The role involves encouraging regular attendance, tracking student progress, and communicating with Program Lead about academic performance. Additional duties include managing student behavior and accommodating students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will be adept at creating fun, enriching educational experiences while maintaining necessary administrative tasks such as attendance logs and payment
documentation.
Additional Responsibilities and Duties.
- Responsible for academic support activities, which can be structured and delivered in many different formats that fit the needs of the grade levels and youth being served. Some examples may include core subject tutoring, SAT/ACT or FSA test preparation, project-based learning as part of enrichment activities that incorporate reading, writing and mathematics (Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry). Program activities may require in-person or online service provision.
- Provide high quality academic support activities that focus on reading, writing and mathematics for middle school youth in fun and engaging ways.
- Link the enriched academic activities and curriculum to Florida State Standards.
- Encourage participants to regularly attend the program to achieve their individual academic goals.
- Provide communication relating to student academics to the person(s) indicated by the Site Supervisor.
- For students below grade level, assign additional support activities and supplements.
- Train site staff on ways to improve student academic skills, as needed.
- Attend staff meetings and training as required by Site Supervisor and Funder.
- Recommend adjustments to program as needed to aid with continuous quality improvement (CQI).
- Address any youth behavior challenges according to our Policies and Procedures.
- Help making reasonable accommodation for any youth with disabilities.
- Submit bi-weekly payment documents with recorded hours to Site Supervisor(s).
- Sign-in/sign-out on the weekly log at the program site.
- Complete any required training before the deadline (as provided by the onboarding process or your direct supervisor upon hire).
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Administrative Responsibilities:
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- Ensure that each youth signs into the program site daily.
- Ensure that each youth signs out daily.
- Ensure that only authorized individuals pick up the minor child at the end of the program day.
- Staff must have a charged cell phone and/or walkie talkies for immediate contact in case of emergency.
- Ensure that drinking water is always available for students to protect against dehydration.
- Ensure safety during program hours through a daily, documented monitoring for safety hazards (such as broken equipment or furniture, toxic or caustic chemicals or cleaning agents) of both indoor and outdoor space.
- Monitor the cleanliness of the bathroom facilities nearest to the program and restock supplies as needed.
- Make sure children leave the room organized and clean for the following day.
- Ensure preparedness for any monitoring visits and audits. These may be unannounced.
- Create a positive, enriching academic environment for the youth and staff.
- Ensure teachers assist youth with daily school homework.
- Make sure the youth’s nutritional needs are met through the daily snack or lunch/snack.
- Have snack paperwork ready for submission when it’s due (depending on each vendor).
- Help prepare students for improvement in their academic performance.
- Follow the daily activity schedule approved by the contract funder.
- Model and reinforce the washing of hands and cleanliness before meals/snacks and after using the bathroom.
- Place student work in their individual work folders for review by parents and program monitors.
- Demonstrate respect for parents (and children) and invite them to join special parent events.
- Assist youth in the use of educational computers and notebooks when needed.
- Other duties as assigned by Site Supervisor.
- B.A. degree in Education or similar field.
- Florida teaching certification.
- English language is required (can read, write, and speak fluently).
- Bi-Lingual (Spanish or Creole) is a plus.
- Available to work the required program hours.
- Proficiency in computer skills and programs such as Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel.
- Reliable personal transportation and personal cell phone.
- Certification or training for children with special needs.
- Ability to work with a diverse team.
- Ability to teach middle school level math, reading, science and writing.
- Must be able to pass Level II background check on MDCPS or BCPS.
- Time Management Skills
Competencies:
The ideal candidate for this role should possess a strong foundation in middle school curriculum and Florida State Standards, coupled with the ability to create engaging, age-appropriate academic activities. Excellent communication skills are essential for effectively interacting with students, staff, and stakeholders. Strong behavior management skills and a commitment to inclusive practices are crucial. The candidate should demonstrate solid organizational abilities for tracking student progress and maintaining accurate records. Creativity in linking academic content to enrichment activities is highly valued.
- Creativity/Innovation: Innovate to enhance organizational effectiveness and create opportunities.
- Behave Ethically: Uphold and promote ethical standards aligned with organizational values.
- Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others (internally and externally) to achieve BSI goals.
- Communicate Effectively: Communicate clearly and effectively through various mediums.
- Focus on Client Needs: Proactively address and exceed client expectations.
- Foster Teamwork: Collaborate effectively to achieve goals and enhance organizational success.
- Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that support the sustainability of the organization.
- Make Decisions: Assess situations and make timely, beneficial decisions for the organization.
- Organized: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities.
- Plan: Strategize, set goals, create action plans, and evaluate outcomes.
- Replicate Core Values: Implement core values for all tasks and activities within the workplace.
Physical Demands:
This position is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear. The position requires extensive computer use so the employee must have sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and be capable of reading a computer screen. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Limitations and Disclaimer:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider 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. Hiring is contingent to references and Level II background screening and Sex Offender background check successfully passed.
