Spanish Teacher

Founded in 1858, Mount Saint Joseph Academy, a college preparatory school for grades 9 through 12, empowers young women to realize their fullest potential. Imbued with a spirit of unity and reconciliation, the charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph, Mount Saint Joseph Academy fosters excellence tempered by gentleness and compassion. Enriched by the values of the Catholic Church, the school offers academically rigorous programs which challenge students to shape the future. The Mount seeks a Spanish teacher to teach introductory level Spanish classes.

Responsibilities

• Develop rigorous, student-centered, creative, and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments that align with the department curriculum and ensure students are engaged learners with strong foundations in Spanish
• Ensure that curriculum embraces the richness of both language and culture, using relevant technology and varied modes of learning and communication
• Maintain careful records of student progress in line with departmental and school policy
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date curriculum information/syllabi on all classes taught
• Maintain an accurate and updated gradebook through PowerSchool and course material through the LMS, Canvas
• Maintain confidentiality at all times through communications with students, parents, and colleagues
• Collaborate with the Dean of Studies, Department Chair, Learning Team, and any other mentors or colleagues to design and implement learning experiences that serve diverse learners
• Engage families in their student’s education by building relationships and maintaining timely and consistent communication with parents and caregivers
• Act as a positive role model who promotes the aims, values, and mission of the school and upholds all rules and policies

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and the ability to teach all levels of Spanish, emerging to advanced, in the target language
• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or a related field required; advanced degree preferred
• Relevant high school teaching experience and an understanding of adolescent development
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and learning management systems such as Canvas, and the ability to incorporate technology effectively into instructional practices