2026-27 Grade 3 Spanish Immersion Teacher, 1.0 FTE

Qualifications

• Minnesota K-6 or 1-6 Elementary Education Teaching License or must qualify for a Minnesota teaching license
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish (ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines "Advanced" rating required via InterviewIQ language assessment tool)
• English language proficiency sufficient for parent communication
• Successful experience in Total Physical Response (TPR) methodology for teaching in an immersion program
• Demonstrated successful experience in an immersion program preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; provide individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the District-approved curriculum to each pupil’s needs
• Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
• Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports in a timely fashion
• Identify pupil needs, make appropriate referrals, and develop strategies for individual education plans
• Communicate regularly with parents outside the normal classroom day via Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, emails, and conferences
• Work supportively and collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors
• Maintain and improve professional skills through building/department meetings, PLCs, coursework, workshops, and seminars
• Integrate technology into instruction
• Collaborate in a fast-paced environment with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community
• Respond to emergency situations and interpret/follow District policies
• May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips
• May provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level

Skills

• Ability to operate computers, software, and necessary classroom technology
• Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community
• Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations
• Show initiative and function as a self-starter
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits eligible

Pay

Refer to the teacher salary schedule, Appendix -a-, Schedule A for this position’s rates.