Position Type :
Middle School Teaching
Date Posted : 2 / 27 / 2025
Location : Lake Placid Middle
Closing Date : 03 / 19 / 2025
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY
POSITION TITLE : Teacher
ASSIGNMENT : Teacher
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution as determined by the Florida Department of Education
- Certified by the State of Florida in the appropriate subject area
- Physical Requirements : Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects
- Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening
ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS :
None exist at this time
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :
Identifies or develops long- and short-term plans based on student needs which are consistent with District and State curriculum requirementsPlans and prepares lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the District missionPlans and prepares instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiencesIdentifies, selects, and develops or modifies instructional materials to support learning objectives and to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needsAssists in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous improvementMaintains a positive, organized, and safe learning environmentEstablishes and utilizes appropriate and effective behavior-management techniquesAssists with enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policyEstablishes and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures, including student records subject to the requirements of the Family Rights and Privacy ActManages time effectivelyManages materials and assigned equipment effectively, including record keeping and other inventory requirementsInstructs and supervises the work of volunteers and aides when assignedDevelops and utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learnersInterprets and utilizes data (including, but not limited to, standardized and other test results)Establishes appropriate testing environment, and ensure test securityDemonstrates knowledge and understanding of curriculum contentApplies principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional deliveryDifferentiates instruction by using a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needsUses appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of studentsUses appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all studentsProvides quality work for students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiencesProvides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning processEnsures student growth / achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and / or student program classificationProvides instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment where appropriateRecognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse, and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actionsCommunicates effectively, orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and the communityCollaborates with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student needsCollaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environmentAssists others in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area of responsibilityEngages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skillsConducts personal assessment periodically to determine professional development needs with reference to specific instructional assignmentActs in a professional and ethical manner and adhere at all times to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional ConductFulfills professional responsibilities (refer to Instructional Performance Appraisal; also includes following all emergency procedures - fire and weather drills, safety closures, lockdowns, and other necessary measures to ensure the safety of students)Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, services, and programsPerforms other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this positionADDITIONAL DUTIES :
Performs all other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator
TERM :
Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process
APPRAISAL :
Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies
PAY GRADE :
According to the School Board of Highlands County Instructional Salary Schedule
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.
Approved October 1998
Reformatted 2 / 9 / 2016
Modified 08 / 19 / 2021
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL : All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities :
Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the jobAbility to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general publicHabits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environmentWillingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settingsAbility to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writingAbility to understand and follow written and oral directionsAbility to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasksWillingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functionsDemonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunityWillingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of serviceReasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.
To request accommodations, please contact :
Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources
426 School Street
Sebring, FL 33870
863-471-5555
ballc@highlands.k12.fl.us
