Spanish Immersion 2nd Grade Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Teacher

Date Posted:
5/6/2026

Location:
Jefferson Elementary School

Date Available:
2026-2027 School Year

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
I. TITLE: Spanish Immersion 2nd Grade Teacher

II. QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Idaho teaching certificate with an appropriate endorsement, such as Standard Elementary Certificate, Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Blended Certificate (K-3 only), or Generalist Endorsement (K-12), World Language endorsement, ESL endorsement preferred.
2. Must have work authorization in place.
3. Oral/Written proficiency in Spanish language.
4. Strong background in teaching methods, developmentally appropriate classroom activities, and effective classroom management
5. Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods
6. Strong background in curriculum and Idaho Core Standards
7. Strong background in the integration of technology with instruction
8. Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
9. Works well with students, staff, and the public
10. Excellent organizational skills
11. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
12. Previous teaching experience preferred
13. Able to work under deadlines
14. Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

III. REPORTS TO: Building Administrator

IV. NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB:

To provide an elementary education program to help pupils develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education. To promote academic, social, and citizenship development through leadership and classroom supervision.

V. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare for assigned classes
2. Teach Spanish Language classes and a content (social studies or science) class in Spanish.
3. Teach Social Studies content standards in Spanish.
4. Design lessons with an appropriate level of difficulty which provide content in a logical and sequential manner
5. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the physical limitations of the classroom and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
6. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
7. Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs
8. Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
9. Implement the Idaho Core Standards, as well as the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives, in lesson plans, classroom instruction, unit planning, and assessments
10. Devise written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts, and use them to evaluate student progress on a regular basis
11. Prepare students academically for all district, state, and federal testing
12. Display command of the subject matter
13. Budget class time effectively

VI. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential
2. Establish and communicate classroom rules, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
3. Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
4. Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students
5. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

VII. ELEMENTARY EDUCATION:

1. Teach one-half the day in Spanish and the other half of the day in English.
2. Collaborate with District personnel in the program.
3. Assess student learning and prepare data as needed
4. Develop lesson plans for second language learners.
5. Utilize dual immersion guidelines and strategies.
6. Promote active learning using structured and unstructured activities that foster the social, physical, cognitive, and emotional development of young pupils
7. Observe children in a variety of settings and evaluate the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills of pupils
8. Maintain records of student progress toward the stated objectives of instruction
9. Assist in facilitating smooth transitions from preschool, kindergarten, and early primary grades programs

VIII. PROFESSIONAL CONTACTS AND ACTIVITIES:

1. Attend and participate in faculty meetings
2. Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with special education teachers as needed
3. Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise
4. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, curriculum, objectives, and methods
5. Provide needed and requested information on a timely and effective basis
6. Participate in professional development

IX. OTHER

1. Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules
2. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
3. Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development by attendance at professional meetings, membership in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and other publications
4. Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education
5. Seek assistance should emergencies arise
6. Represent the school district in a positive manner
7. Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
8. Performs all other duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of a teacher, the Idaho Code of Ethics, and the negotiated contract.

X. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

By contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

XI. EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the building principal.