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_Teacher, Grade 11 English (FLA)
Job Code:2024-ANTB1F-CG-001
Location:Forest Lake Academy
FT/PT Status:Regular Full Time
  

Forest Lake Academy (FLA) is one of the largest Adventist high schools in the North American Division and is located in Apopka, Florida, just eight miles north of Orlando. The school offers grades 9-12 to nearly 450 students and is on the same property as Forest Lake Education Center, a pre-k-8th grade school with nearly 700 students. Numerous AdventHealth Hospitals and the Adventist Health System headquarters as well as all of the attractions in Orlando, including the Disney and Universal theme parks and the beach, are only a short distance away from FLA. For more information about Forest Lake Academy, visit the school's website at http://forestlakeacademy.org/ or email the principal, glen.baker@forestlake.org.

Job Summary:
FLA is seeking a full-time innovative eleventh-grade English teacher for the 2024-2025 school year to help guide students to strengthen their reading, writing, and communication skills while developing a personal relationship with Jesus. The ideal candidate will be passionate about young people and willing to work with the school administration and a core English team to create opportunities for the students to learn and develop their critical thinking skills. Primary responsibilities include teaching American Literature, Speech, and Yearbook but will also have other teacher responsibilities, such as supervision and sponsorships, as determined by administration and the team. In addition, the teacher must be a team player and be willing and able to work with the other high school teachers in managing a holistic program for high schoolers. Applicants for this position must model Christ-like behavior and attitudes which will positively impact students in leading them to Christ. She/He must be able to deliver instruction to students using a variety of teaching methods and activities.

Skills, Education, and Experience Required:
Applicants must be a tithe-paying Seventh-day Adventist church members in good standing and have the legal right to work in the United States, providing evidence if employed. North American Division (Denominational) Teacher Certification in English with a minimum of a bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) is required and must be maintained (or must agree to work towards obtaining NAD Certification). Successful classroom experience is preferred, and ideally, the candidate will be familiar with working with data lead instruction. Must have a service-oriented attitude, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work with students and families of diverse backgrounds. Possessing competent technology skills using current educational software and hardware is essential. Additional strengths should include organization, attention to detail, self-directed, motivated, and time management skills. Absolute confidentiality is required. Curriculum familiarity, content knowledge, as well as proficient instructional delivery are crucial. Most importantly, the applicant must possess a love for God, a love for working with children, and a desire to see each child in Heaven.

Job Responsibilities:
The teacher will be expected to:
  1. Promote the Seventh-day Adventist philosophy, ensuring that all subject matter is taught from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective based on curriculum guidelines and requirements of the North American Division, Southern Union Conference, and Florida Conference
  2. Establish and maintain a Christian atmosphere within the classroom and campus; Conduct a short devotional and have prayer at the beginning of each class
  3. Develop and submit weekly lesson plans to the principal as required; Lesson plans are to include Objectives, Procedures, and Evaluation for each learning style; Must also demonstrate evidence of lesson/unit planning and preparation that honors individual diversity and builds upon prior knowledge
  4. Develop long-term yearly/semesterly/quarterly plans and goals for each subject
  5. Select subject matter that is academically and developmentally appropriate for diverse abilities and interests
  6. Employ a variety of teaching techniques and activities appropriate to student learning styles and subject matter, stimulate critical and creative thinking, and monitor student understanding
  7. Use a variety of evaluation techniques to provide feedback and communicate progress, providing opportunities for students to learn from mistakes as well as successes
  8. Utilize appropriate classroom management routines that facilitate student engagement and continuity
  9. Provide for individual differences through diagnostic and prescriptive teaching
  10. Communicate challenging expectations that encompass critical and creative thinking as well as problem-solving skills
  11. Maintain a classroom climate conducive to student learning, allowing sufficient time for academic activities
  12. Utilize effective behavior management techniques which promote self-discipline
  13. Systematically involve all students in the instructional process and encourage intellectual risk taking
  14. Maintain accurate and organized student class records (attendance, grades, etc.) on the school's Student Information System (SIS) in compliance with administration
  15. Provide motivating, timely and constructive feedback to students and parents every week on the SIS
  16. Communicate with parents regularly, conducting parent/teacher conferences when necessary, keeping them well-informed
  17. Be willing to grow professionally
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