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Virtual Certified HOPE Instructor

Work from home

Imagine a school that isn't ruled by a bell schedule. Where teachers aren't bogged down by tedious lesson plans and can add their own creative flair to an innovative and engaging curriculum. Imagine a workplace that believes your professional development, career growth and progression are crucial to the success of its efforts, and ensures mentors are there to support you every step of the way. When you work at FLVS, you are given the tools to join us in our mission to change the world—one student at a time. Over 1,800 staff are already working toward this mission. Our team develops, delivers and supports Kindergarten-12th grade e-learning solutions to students all over Florida, the U.S., and the world. FLVS was founded in 1997 as the country's first state-wide, internet-based public school and has grown into a nationally recognized, award-winning model for e-learning. As stated in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, as of July 1, 2014, Florida law requires that the state (including universities and political subdivisions) give preference in appointment and retention in positions of employment to veterans residing in Florida. Position General Summary: The Instructor provides an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. The Instructor organizes and implements an instructional program that results in students achieving academic success in accordance with FLVS and state policies and laws.

Essential Position Functions:

Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences Identify, select, create and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process Communicate with students, parents, and internal and external professionals within established timelines Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities which include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice, and various committees Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community members Ensure that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, schools, and colleagues measured by FLVS district/school survey results Meet specific course and school–wide student performance goals Demonstrate gains in student performance Participate in research and presentations about online teaching; this may include activities such as, authoring articles, hosting workshops, sharing of information for professional growth, and student outreach events and activities Participate in blended learning models, which includes both on–line and classroom instruction and interaction with students at various schools and districts across the state; may be required to report to an assigned school May be responsible for instructional tutoring Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)