51062 Teacher Social Studies, Middle School

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Position: Teacher, Social Studies
Grade Levels: Middle School 6-8
Location: Sugarloaf K-8 School
Address:1105 Leon Street, Key West, FL 33040
School Year: 2024-2025
Start Date: August 5, 2024
Salary: Base Salary ranging from $61,500-$101,700, commensurate with experience. Details provided in the attachment.
Benefits: Explore ouremployee benefits guidefor comprehensive details, with insurance rates conveniently listed on page 11.
Retirement:Choose between theFlorida Retirement SystemPension Plan or Investment Plan.

Requirements: Eligibility for Florida certification in Social Science (grades 6-12) or Social Science (grades 5-9) is a prerequisite for teaching in field.

How to Become FL Certified in Social Science (Grades 6-12):

1. Out-of-State Certification: If you hold an unexpired, out-of-state, professional educator certificate in this subject area, please apply for Florida reciprocity.
2. Social Science Major: Commonly accepted bachelor&#39s (or higher degree) majors for a Florida temporary educator certificate include:Social Science, Social Studies, American History, History, Western Civilization, World History, Geography, Economic Geography (and other specialized areas of geography), Economics, Civics, Government, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Educational Psychology (and other specialized areas of Psychology), Philosophy.
3. Other Majors: For other degree majors, passing the FTCE Subject Area Exam in Social Science 6-12is required. Visit the testing website http://www.fl.nesinc.com/tests.aspfor further details. Testing centers are conveniently located nationwide. Study materials are available for purchase throughThe Learning Liaisonsand 240 Tutoring.

Application Process: The Bureau of Educator Certification has developed instructional videos to guide applicants through the certification process, covering topics such as Florida&rsquos Online Educator Certification System Set-up and the Florida Teacher Certification Application.Visit https://flcertify.fldoe.org/datamart/mainMenu.doto login or create a new user account.