Job Title: Spanish Teacher, Middle School

Department: Faculty

Status: Exempt, Full-Time, 10 month Employee

Effective: April 8, 2024

Saint Patrick Catholic School is currently seeking a Middle School Spanish Teacher to nurture and support our 5-6th grade students in their personal and academic growth for the 2024-2025 academic year. 

Overview

Founded in 2005, Saint Patrick Catholic School (Norfolk, Virginia) is an independent Catholic school with an enrollment of approximately 400 students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight. Boasting a vibrant and accomplished team of educators, the school encourages students to develop a growth mindset while creating an educational framework focused on reinforcing the six "pillars" of education that support the total formation of each student. Saint Patrick Catholic School is proud to be a Glasser Quality School! 

Faculty Expectations

• Model faith and service to the community
• Uphold the school’s vision of being authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical
• Collaborate with faculty, staff and students to establish servant leadership opportunities
• Promote a culture of respect for all members of the community

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer meaningful instructional plans and curriculum that is aligned with the school’s academic and developmental standards
• Develop students fundamental skills in grammar and vocabulary in Spanish with proficient reading as the ultimate goal, but also using speaking and writing activities
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe, respectful, and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning
• Develop weekly lesson plans and instructional materials, and translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning, and modify instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs; conduct individual and small group instruction as needed
• Provide constructive student feedback and grades in accordance with school policy and procedures
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by school procedures
• Ensure effective communication with students and parents; encourage collaboration and provide regular feedback (both written and in-person) to parents
• Coordinate with peers, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum
• Attend regular faculty and department meetings; contribute to teamwork and positive morale 
• Participate in faith formation experiences
• Perform other duties as directed by school administration

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidate is comfortable incorporating the teaching of Spanish culture, which may include festivals, traditional food, and dress, and social conventions
• Experience with classroom management and working with digital technologies
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to solve problems without sacrificing relationships
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, crouch, crawl, stoop and run
• Committed to serving as a role model for students

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or related field, Masters degree preferred
• 2-4 years of teaching experience in Spanish, preferably in middle or high school
• Licensed by the Virginia Department of Education (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salaries based on experience
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plans
• Disability and Life Insurance plans
• Retirement plan with company match

Saint Patrick Catholic School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.