Florida SouthWestern State College is accepting resumes in search of a Classroom Teacher to teach Biology for FSW Collegiate High School - Lee. FSWC high school is a Cognia accredited and dynamic learning environment that is dedicated to creating and sustaining the independent learning process. Cognia STEM Certification is the first internationally recognized mark of quality for STEM schools and programs and FSWC - Lee was the first public charter school in Florida to earn this distinction.

FSWC - Lee has consistently been ranked an “A” school by the Florida Department of Education and is designated as a “School of Excellence”.

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The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in the specific teaching discipline
• Certified to teach in the discipline
• Valid Florida teacher certification, equivalent, or eligible to receive certification.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the subject area to be taught and currency in the discipline

FSW Employee Benefits feature:

• Competitive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to meet your needs
• Florida retirement membership (FRS)
• Educational and professional development opportunities for you and your dependents

Starting salary is based on experience.

Submit your resume for consideration to become one of the best, the brightest, the BUCS!

Florida SouthWestern State College, an equal access institution, prohibits discrimination in its employment, programs and activities based on race, sex, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information or veteran status. Questions pertaining to educational equity, equal access or equal opportunity should be addressed to the College’s Title IX Coordinator/Equity Officer: Angela Snyder; Room N-124; 8099 College Parkway SW, Fort Myers, FL 33919; (239) 489-9051; equity@fsw.edu. FSW online anonymous reporting www.fsw.edu/report. Inquiries/complaints can be filed with the Title IX Coordinator/Equity Officer online, in person, via mail, via email, or with the US Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Atlanta Office: 61 Forsyth St. SW Suite 19T70, Atlanta, GA 30303-8927.

Required Skills

Required Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively in English language, both verbally and in writing with customers and employees of the organization.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as instructions, correspondence, memos, safety rules, and procedure manuals.

Mathematical aptitude to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities and manage time effectively.

Strong customer orientation with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Customer focus and adaptability to different personality communication styles.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Must be able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Working knowledge of computer operating system.

Strong knowledge of manufacturer’s warranties and policies; and demonstrated ability to sell.

Ability to adapt and remain calm under pressure in a fast paced, changing environment.

Ability to show compassion/empathy to internal and external customers.

Ability to serve a constant stream of customers.

Ability to deal with angry or frustrated customers, or customers who may not fully understand their situation. Ability to deal with people in an uplifting manner; ability to solve problems; ability to be a quick thinker, research and troubleshoot.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Regularly sit while answering phones and stand when talking to a customer in person. Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel object tools or controls; regularly repeat the same movements when entering data; regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand; regularly understand the speech of another person; frequently focus on one source of sound and ignore others. Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer. May sit or stand for an extended period of time depending on the task being performed; uses hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs when inspecting merchandise. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.