High School Foreign Language Teacher - Spanish

About the role

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated. Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals.

Responsibilities

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strives by instruction and action to implement the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
• Affirms the learning challenges of students on a regular basis; seeks the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements but also satisfies personal expectations as a professional.
• Takes an active part in the contractually -approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day.
• Contributes to the decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well-being.

Qualifications

• Highly qualified with required competency in the content area;
• Appropriate content/program area educator license (Foreign Language) and grade level (5-12) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education;
• Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license; or Master's Degree with appropriate content area license preferred and/or expected within 5 years.

Benefits

The Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Schedule

Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day.

Pay

Competitive salaries and benefits are offered. Numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities are available for all staff.

Skills

Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Requirements

Highly qualified with required competency in the content area; and Appropriate content/ program area educator license (Foreign Language) and grade level (5-12) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; and Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license; or Master's Degree with appropriate content area license preferred and/or expected within 5 years.