School Description Located in Oklahoma City, Harding Charter Preparatory High School (HCP) is a thriving public charter high school with an enrollment of 580 students. Drawn from over 40 middle schools across the OKC metro, our student body reflects a rich tapestry of diversity. The small size of our school fosters strong teacher-student relationships, allowing for a more personalized relationship with students. At HCP, our administration maintains an open-door policy, valuing the insights and feedback of our dedicated educators. Established in 2003, our school has consistently upheld a tradition of excellence, garnering numerous accolades. Acknowledging the pivotal role our educators play, Niche has consistently recognized HCP as having the “Best Teachers in Oklahoma” from 2020 to 2023. Aligned with our commitment to student success, our school’s overarching vision is to prepare all students for success at any post-secondary educational institution. At HCP, we are dedicated to providing an environment where students can thrive academically and personally, setting the stage for a bright and successful future. Position Description Harding Charter Prep (HCP) is currently accepting applications for Spanish teachers for the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal candidate will be invested in preparing students for success on the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam, and will be passionate about teaching students to read, write, speak, and listen – basically to live – in Spanish. We are actively seeking individuals who are not only passionate educators but also committed leaders within the dynamic HCP staff. If you are enthusiastic about contributing to a supportive learning community and shaping the educational journey of our students, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our dedicated team at Harding Charter Preparatory High School. Please see the list on page two for a list of essential responsibilities. Other Responsibilities Many faculty members enjoy investing in their students and the community by mentoring, coaching, advising a school club or activity, participating in curriculum development, professional learning, and school committees. Education & Experience Candidates must possess at least a bachelor’s degree. Experience and teaching certification are preferred. However, educators new to the profession who possess the right knowledge and disposition will be considered. Hear about working for HICD by viewing the "Meet Our Teachers" playlist on our YouTube channel @hicdschools Apply Please apply online at bit.ly/TeachforHICD Start Date August 5, 2024 Planning & Preparation: Plan and prepare lessons and curriculum that… *demonstrates knowledge of course content and effective pedagogical practices *responds to the individual needs of students and uses best practices to ensure that students can learn *is built around appropriate lesson and course goals *use a wide variety of resources to engage students and help them learn *are engaging and follow a logical sequence of activities *foster ethical decision making *integrate technology purposefully so that students have learning opportunities that are more engaging, require deeper thinking, more collaboration, etc. Classroom Environment: Create a classroom environment that… *allows the teacher and students feel valued and respected *fosters learning *uses effective classroom management techniques to maximize learning *is responsive, effective, respectful, and consistent to student misbehavior *is safe and accessible to all students, including those with special needs Instruction: When teaching… *clearly communicate goals, learning expectations, and directions and procedures *use effective pedagogy techniques (like authentic problem-solving and social construction) to promote student voice *use questioning and discussion techniques to ensure that all voices are heard *engage students in their learning *be flexible and adjust lessons to meet the diverse needs of learners *implement AVID teaching and WICOR (writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, reading) strategies into instruction Assessment: Utilize effective assessment practices like… *creating formative and summative lessons that assess lesson objectives *monitoring student progress and responding with appropriate interventions *collecting and tracking student data to determine learning gaps and student need *providing timely, goal-reference, actionable and consistent feedback to students Professional Responsibilities: As a professional, continue to… *reflect on teaching practices *communicate with students and families *participate in continued professional learning *engage in professional communities *act with professionalism *uphold the school’s policies and procedures, especially those regarding child abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, and assault