In accordance with section 1002.421(1)(m), F.S., provide Level 2 background screenings through the FDLE VECHS program or those that have been determined by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) to be “eligible.” This is required for all employees and contracted personnel with direct student contact. Have these screening reports printed out or viewable through the school’s AHCA login. Please be advised that a current (not expired) Florida Teaching Certificate can fulfill this requirement.
Impact Academy requires proof of qualifications for all instructional personnel in accordance with section 1002.421(1)(h), F.S. Any one of the following is required for each teacher:
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in any subject (copy of diploma or completed transcript)
Three or more years of K-12 grade teaching experience (written proof of contacting the previous employer)
Special skills, knowledge, or expertise that qualify teachers to provide instruction in K-12 grade subjects (provide documentation such as certifications, professional development, curriculum training, etc.). Pre-K experience and certifications would not meet this requirement.
Pursuant to section 1002.421(1)(j), F.S., the following information is available on the school’s website (and/or can be provided in a written format upon request), information for parents regarding the school, including, but not limited to:
Programs and services that the school offers.
The qualifications of classroom teachers.
A parentally placed private school student with a disability does not have an individual right to receive some or all of the special education and related services that the student would receive if enrolled in a public school under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Additional training:
Impact Academy School also requires completion of a 40 hour Registered Behavior Therapy (RBT) online course for every employee prior to start of first day of employment.