Florida Educator
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeRemote
location_onEmbassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 191, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
About the Organization
The Institute for Curriculum Services (ICS) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching K-12 education by ensuring accurate, high-quality teaching and classroom materials about Jews, Judaism, and Jewish history. We achieve this mission by collaborating with publishers and content developers to create instructional resources and by providing professional development to classroom teachers.
As part of the ICS Professional Learning team, the Florida Educator plays a pivotal role in scaling professional development across the state. This position focuses on increasing educators' knowledge and confidence in teaching Jewish history topics while serving as a cross-departmental resource to ensure our initiatives are informed by legislative and policy developments.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated, dynamic, and innovative education professional to join our team. The Florida Educator will be responsible for establishing and nurturing relationships with potential professional development partners throughout Florida, with the ultimate goal of delivering ICS professional development statewide.
This role is designed for someone who thrives in a remote environment but is ready to hit the road. The position requires regular travel (approximately 35%) to in-person workshops, conferences, and staff exhibition booths. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for training events is essential. You will act as the organization's expert on the Florida K-12 educational landscape, interpreting trends and sharing insights with relevant departments to identify opportunities at the state and district levels.
Hiring Process
Due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements.
Important Application Note: We will not consider applications that do not include a cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter articulates your passion for our mission and your fit for this specific role.
Our Culture & Values
ICS celebrates and appreciates the contributions of all team members. We are a collaborative team that is intellectually curious, warm, and upbeat, dedicated to learning, growing, and excellence. We seek talented, kind, and caring individuals who are proactive problem-solvers with a growth mindset.
Equal Opportunity Statement
ICS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disabilities.
Work location
Work model: Remote
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 191, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
Orlando, Florida
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleServe as the organization's expert on the Florida K-12 educational landscape and policy
- check_circleSubmit tailored proposals to present at state-wide conferences and events
- check_circleInput relationship-building efforts and professional development data into the CRM
- check_circleMonitor and share insights on legislative and policy developments impacting the organization
- check_circleIdentify and secure prospective professional development partnerships across Florida
- check_circleDeliver engaging professional development workshops and presentations at conferences
- check_circleCollaborate with the Professional Learning team and contribute to special projects
- check_circleManage travel arrangements and submit expenses in compliance with company policies
- check_circleMaintain and grow existing relationships with schools, districts, and education institutions
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree or beyond in history, education, Jewish studies, English, or related field
- verifiedExperience in a K-12 educational setting (preferably as a social studies teacher or education administrator)
- verifiedProficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) and Zoom
- verifiedComfort with CRM software or willingness and ability to quickly learn new software tools
- verifiedHighly familiar with Florida Social Studies Standards and Benchmarks
- verifiedMust be willing to travel 35%
- verifiedMust be willing to work evenings and weekends
- verifiedCover letter required
Nice to Have
In-depth knowledge of current trends, pedagogical best practices, and challenges in K-12 social studies education. Strong understanding of state and national social studies standards (e.g., C3 Framework, state-specific standards) and how to connect content and professional learning with them.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurancecheck_circleEmployee flexible spending health care and dependent plancheck_circle401(k) program with organizational contributioncheck_circleGenerous paid vacation and health and wellness timecheck_circlePaid time off from December 24-January 1stcheck_circlePaid time off for federal holidayscheck_circlePaid time off for Jewish holy days and floating holidays for other holy dayscheck_circleProfessional development budget
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