Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate individual to join Stoneham Central Middle School as a Spanish World Language Teacher for 7th and 8th grade. As a member of our World Language department, will play a crucial role in fostering students' language proficiency, cultural understanding, and love for world language learning.

Responsibilities: (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Develop and implement effective lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments to meet the diverse needs of students learning Spanish.
• Teach Spanish language skills, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing, using a UDL approach that utilizes various techniques and strategies. 
• Provide engaging and interactive classroom instruction to facilitate language acquisition and develop students' cultural awareness.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes active student participation, student-centered learning, and collaboration.
• Proficiency in using technology and educational tools to support language instruction.
• Assess students' progress regularly through assignments, tests, projects, and oral evaluations, and provide timely feedback to students and parents/guardians.
• Identify individual student needs and adapt instructional strategies accordingly to support their language development.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and stay updated on the latest language teaching methodologies and resources.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and other school-related events as required.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom climate that promotes respect, understanding, and appreciation for cultural diversity.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field Required. 

2. Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education in Spanish.

3. Fluency in Spanish (including native or near-native proficiency)

Effective July 1, 2026 through June 30,2027