Student-Centered Instructional Specialist at University of South Florida Libraries

Tallahassee, FL, United States

• Job Identification 42206
• Job Category Academic
• Posting Date 11/26/2025, 07:33 PM
• Apply Before 12/10/2025, 07:33 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
• Hiring Salary $49,600 - $52,000
• Essential Personnel No
  
  

Job Description

Position Location: This position is required to be in-person in Tallahassee, FL.

Organizational Unit

The Institute for School-Community Partnerships, Integrated Services, and Child Mental Health and Educational Policy (ISCP), which is part of the College of Education, envisions that all schools in the state of Florida and nationally will have the capacity to provide a safe, effective, and efficient environment to continuously improve the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students and to actively engage families and communities in education. The ISCP’s nearly $23 million budget is derived from grants from federal, state, and private sources. It is the mission of the ISCP to implement and evaluate research-based and innovative practices in school and community settings. This is accomplished through (a) training, technical assistance, and support to key partners; (b) community-engaged research and program evaluation to inform key partners’ decision making; (c) the development of research and evidence-based documents, tools, and resources to support implementation and evaluation activities; and (d) supporting the infrastructure and capacity of key partners to implement and evaluate federal and state educational policy.

Position Summary

This position is located within the Bureau of Standards and Instructional Support (BSIS) at the Florida Department of Education (FDOE). It resides in the K-12 Division of Public Schools (DPS) and reports directly to the Bureau Chief. The Student-Centered Instruction Program Specialist is responsible for advancing benchmarks-aligned, high-quality, student-centered instruction across all content areas supported by the Bureau of Standards and Instructional Support (BSIS). Rooted in Florida’s Formula for Success, the Program Specialist provides leadership and professional learning to ensure instruction is benchmarks-aligned, informed by data and accessible for all learners. This role supports educators in creating collaborative and independent learning environments where students are actively engaged in challenging tasks. Expertise in creating and supporting student-centered learning environments, knowledge of evidence-based instructional approaches across all tiers of instruction and intervention, and skill in using assessment data to inform and improve instruction as necessary. This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities

Special Requirements: This position is required to be in-person in Tallahassee, FL.

Responsibilities

Provides support to FDOE staff to integrate student-centered approaches across all subject areas.

Provides support and delivers professional learning to districts and teachers to promote benchmarks-aligned, high-quality instruction that builds a foundation for future learning and results in improved student learning outcomes.

Support educators in analyzing data to adjust instruction, differentiate supports and provide timely corrective feedback.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

NOTE: This position is required to be in-person in Tallahassee, FL.

Education/Experience

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree / 5 years

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or related field and five years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree / 5 years

• Bachelor’s degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or related field required; master’s degree preferred.
• Florida educator certification with demonstrated success in classroom instruction.
• Minimum of five years of K-12 instructional, coaching or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of Florida’s Formula for Success, state academic standards, and student-centered instructional practices.
• Proven ability to design and deliver high-quality professional learning.
• Excellent collaboration, communication and facilitation skills.
  
  

Test Requirements:

Criminal History Background Check - Level 1

Criminal History Background Check – Level 2

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.

• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
  
  

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

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