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Job Description Florida ELA Educators ThinkCERCA has been approved for adoption by the Florida Department of Education for grades 6-12. We are seeking a group of very recent teachers to support the development of final review materials. Teachers currently employed in Florida districts conducting ELA adoptions are not eligible to participate in this review sprint. We are seeking experienced educators and curriculum specialists to serve as Curriculum Reviewers for instructional materials aligned to the Florida B.E.S.T. (Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking) Standards. This role is focused on the post-adoption review stage, ensuring that marketing and implementation resources to accompany the curriculum are accurate, clear, fully aligned, instructionally sound, and ready for classroom implementation. Additionally, reviewers will ensure the materials we provide to adoption committees are comprehensive and easy to use. Curriculum Reviewers will conduct a detailed evaluation of lessons, assessments, and teacher/student resources, identifying areas to highlight in presentations, ensuring adherence to standards, and verifying that all content meets the highest levels of accuracy, clarity, and accessibility. We are particularly interested in educators who have recently participated in state reviews of assessment items and other aspects of curriculum review. The role is ideal for consultants who have recently transitioned out of district-based ELA leadership roles. Note, we will not be able to engage reviewers who are currently employed at any districts undergoing an adoption, as it would violate state and district adoption policies. Key Responsibilities • Conduct a comprehensive review of the material that supports our completed curriculum to help us make visible the ways our teachers can implement the curriculum to ensure all students experience the full depth of rigor intended in each of the Florida B.E.S.T.., • Verify the accuracy, clarity, and consistency of supporting content for the process of adoption and implementation., • Ensure our materials that support the print and digital instructional design are easy to use and reflect best practices in pedagogy, differentiation, and scaffolding for all learners. Support the development of materials to communicate effective implementations in low-tech environments, blended environments, and in digital-only environments., • Confirm that our materials are representative of all Florida students and developmentally appropriate., • Provide detailed, constructive feedback to curriculum developers, including suggestions for refinements., • Review and confirm that teacher resources provide sufficient guidance, pacing, and support for effective classroom implementation in a variety of schedules. YIot7sp1GS

Job Description About the Role: Shape Young Minds! As a key member of our faculty, you'll report directly to the Administration and play a crucial role in creating an exceptional educational experience. You'll be responsible for cultivating an effective classroom that promotes high student achievement and fosters a climate of openness, fairness, mutual respect, support, and inquiry. You'll design and deliver grade-level appropriate learning experiences that captivate students through active learning, hands-on application, and rich discussions. Utilizing both formal and informal assessment strategies, you'll maximize student achievement, modify instructional approaches as needed, and collect data for continuous improvement. You'll collaborate closely with a supportive team to develop shared lesson plans, establish measurable goals for student achievement, and contribute to a positive school culture. You'll also actively participate in professional learning communities and attend development opportunities to continually enhance your skills. Instilling a strong independent and collaborative work ethic in your students will be key, preparing them for future success. You'll maintain accurate digital gradebooks and communicate regularly with parents, fostering strong home-school connections regarding student progress. Ensuring a safe and organized environment is also a critical part of this role. You'll take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities, and assist administration in implementing school policies. This includes maintaining order in the classroom and overseeing paraprofessionals and volunteers when applicable. You'll continuously strive to improve your professional competence by attending meetings and serving on staff committees as required. Maintaining accurate records and adhering to all required educational plans and school policies will also be essential. Qualifications: We're looking for enthusiastic educators who meet the following criteria. A Bachelor of Arts/Science in Education or a related field of instruction is required, along with Florida certification in the subject area. If you're a motivated and inspiring educator ready to contribute to a thriving school community, we invite you to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Uses classroom procedures that support effective teaching and learning to promote high student achievement., • Develops a climate and culture of openness, fairness, mutual respect, support, and inquiry., • Engages every student in grade level appropriate learning experiences that promote performance., • Designs lessons to promote student engagement through active learning, hands-on application, and teacher-student and student-student conversations regarding the learning., • Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to maximize student achievement and modify instructional strategies as needed., • Collects and utilizes data for continual improvement., • Submits collaborative lesson plans timely, • Regularly updates digital gradebook and communicates with parents regarding student progress, • Promotes independent and collaborative work ethic., • Participates in professional learning communities and attends professional development opportunities to fully meet each child’s needs., • Uses various assessment tools / strategies such as observations, continuums of development, portfolios, and daily assessments to help make instructional decisions for individual students., • Maintains accurate records as required by law and administrative regulation.