Spanish Language Teacher - Middle School

Description

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of the Middle Years (MYP), the Spanish Teacher is responsible for daily functions and management of Language Acquisition for Spanish for 6th through 8th grade.

Missional Responsibilities:

1. Model the core values of CVWS in the classroom and school
2. Demonstrate and live CREATION Life in the classroom, guiding students as they develop in each principle
3. Develop students through the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy and mission daily
4. Integration the UN SDGs into instruction

Teaching Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver engaging IB MYP Spanish language lessons that align with IB philosophy, objectives, and curriculum frameworks.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs, ensuring all students have access to rigorous and meaningful learning experiences.
• Develop assessments that align with IB criteria, provide meaningful feedback, and support student growth in language acquisition.
• Promote inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding in the classroom.
• Support students in preparation for IB internal and external assessments, including oral exams, written tasks, and final examinations.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages active student participation and collaboration.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and support whole-school initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding academic progress and classroom expectations.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and stay current with IB best practices in language instruction.

Develop students in mind, body, and spirit:

• Integrate with CVWS's classroom management, instruction, and routines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate room that creates a safe and enjoyable learning environment for the students.
• Meet with the Head of the MYP to discuss each student's progress and needs, determine their priorities for the student, and suggest ways to promote learning and development.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred) in Spanish, Education, or a related field.
• IB MYP and/or DP teaching certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in an IB setting (preferred).
• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish.
• Strong understanding of IB philosophy, curriculum framework, and assessment strategies.
• Experience in differentiating instruction and implementing inquiry-based learning strategies.
• Passion for global education and cultural awareness.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Creation Village World School.

Requirements

Physical constraints required include the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, the ability to see and read newsprint with or without corrective lenses, to speak and be understood under normal circumstances, to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds, and the use of arms, hands, legs, and feet with or without corrective devices to accomplish the job, including the evacuation of the building during emergencies.