K-5 Teacher, German Immersion/ (26-27)

About the role

The German Language Immersion Teacher (K-5) at South Academy of International Languages (S.A.I.L.) is responsible for delivering instruction entirely in German across core subjects. The teacher will foster language acquisition, cultural appreciation, and academic growth in a supportive, inclusive classroom.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
• Assist school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Create a culture of effectiveness by setting high standards and expectations for all students
• Create a classroom environment that provides for student engagement in the learning process and enables students to achieve learning objectives
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in accordance with goals established by the district
• Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods
• Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
• Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students including students with disabilities and limited English proficiencies
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to assess students' progress
• Assign and grade classwork and homework
• Observe and assess students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical needs on a regular basis
• Participate in professional development focused on the acquiring and improving skills and knowledge
• Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment
• Take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Work often requires bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights and rarely, the lifting of weights above 30 pounds
• Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through verbal and written communication
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Work occasionally handles/works with biohazards and/or risks for potential job-related injury
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid NC Teaching certification or eligibility for NC Teaching certification in assigned area
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
• Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Benefits

• Not specified

Pay

• Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months
• Salary/Status

Schedule

• Full-time, 10 months