What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anticipated High School Spanish Teacher position at West Liberty Community School District?
ANTICIPATED HIGH SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 9-12 Iowa teaching license endorsed in 5-12 or 7-12 Spanish required
- Must believe that all students can learn
- Must possess a collaborative nature
- Must understand the importance of culture in a high school and its effect on academics
- Must be an innovative, passionate, and energetic individual
- Successful prior teaching experience at the high school level preferred but not required
- Successful experience working with diverse learners including Special Education and ESL
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Plans a program of study that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of students
- Develops lessons in Spanish for native Spanish speakers, dual language learners, and second language learners
- Aligns lessons with ACTFL standards, ELP standards, and Iowa Core
- Creates a climate that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
- Employs methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives
- Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required
- Develop and maintain an effective level of communication with appropriate personnel
- Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
- Works collaboratively with content area/grade level teams
- Full-time position, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year