Preschool Spanish Teacher

About the Role

Implement the Amazing Explorers Academy (AEA) curriculum while creating an engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate Spanish-language learning environment. Inspire young minds by fostering a love for learning, language development, and cultural awareness. Collaborate with a supportive team to create a positive and enriching educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain classroom appearance, cleanliness, organization, and safety.
• Implement developmentally appropriate Spanish-language lessons, activities, and experiences.
• Plan and implement lesson plans, programs, and daily schedules.
• Provide engaging Spanish instruction through songs, stories, conversations, games, and hands-on activities.
• Prepare instructional aids, materials, and classroom resources.
• Supervise and actively engage children during classroom activities, transitions, outdoor play, meals, and daily routines.
• Provide guidance and support for children's social, academic, emotional, and adjustment needs.
• Conduct assessments to monitor children's development, growth, and areas for improvement.
• Maintain accurate developmental profiles and required classroom documentation.
• Complete necessary paperwork, including daily notes, accident reports, attendance, and other required records.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding children's development, progress, and daily experiences.
• Schedule and conduct parent/teacher conferences and participate in formal parent meetings.
• Attend staff meetings, academy events, professional development, and parent meetings.
• Assist with meal times, cleanup, hygiene routines, and classroom transitions.
• Ensure equipment and classroom materials are in good condition and used properly.
• Arrange the classroom to provide well-defined and engaging interest areas.
• Direct and support other classroom staff in maintaining classroom order, routines, safety, and quality.
• Manage classroom bulletin boards and family information boards.
• Follow all required medication schedules and procedures.
• Maintain a positive, welcoming, and professional relationship with children, families, and staff.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• DCF 45 hrs.
• CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education.
• Classroom teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility.
• Strong Spanish-speaking skills; Spanish teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Pleasant, friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality.
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and staff.
• Highly professional, dependable, responsible, and committed to providing quality care and education.
• Must understand and follow Amazing Explorers Academy policies, procedures, and expectations.