LOWER SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHING POSITION

This is a full time position within the Lower School reporting to the Head of Lower School, this position will begin on August 15, 2024.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop an intellectually challenging PreK-5 Spanish program informed by developmentally appropriate and research-based practices that engages students in active learning to develop cultural competency and spoken language for interpersonal, interpretive and presentational communication.
• Teach in the target language using a full immersion approach.
• Execute lessons using authentic literature, games, and songs.
• Utilize Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling (TPRS) techniques and engage multiple modalities.
• Design curriculum using a backwards curriculum planning model aligning with the PreK-12 spiral.
• Individualize and differentiate instruction, nurture wellbeing, and be able to motivate and challenge students utilizing a variety of instructional and assessment methods.
• Plan and supervise class projects, guest speakers and other activities or school wide events to promote Spanish language learning..
• Assume responsibility for all work included in a full time teaching assignment including progress reports, conferences and home/school communication, scheduling, duties, etc..
• Integrate technology to enrich student learning.
• Cultivate a sense of community, social responsibility, and an appreciation and respect for individual differences.
• Work closely and cooperatively with colleagues and administrative teams.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, kindness, enthusiasm, a sense of humor, willingness to learn and grow professionally, a cooperative spirit and a commitment to teamwork.
• Be an active participant in the school's co-curricular program in meaningful ways by coaching, running a club, chaperoning overnight trips, etc..
• Other responsibilities include attending regular faculty meetings, professional learning communities, in-service days, and other supervision duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must...

• Demonstrate native or near native proficiency in Spanish.
• Demonstrate maturity, collegiality, flexibility, and commitment to equity and professional growth.
• Work collaboratively, build relationships, and make connections with children, families, and colleagues.
• Have a minimum of three years teaching elementary experience.
• Hold a bachelor's degree preferably in Spanish or Education.
• Have knowledge and/or training in cultural competency.
• Possess excellent speaking, writing, and organizational skills.

The ideal candidate will...

• Possess an advanced degree in an area relevant to the position.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development.
• Have experience assuming leadership roles beyond the classroom.

Shipley and Its Commitment to Equity

The Shipley School, founded in 1894, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school currently enrolling approximately 800 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, the school is committed to educational excellence and dedicated to developing in each student a love of learning and compassionate participation in the world.

The Shipley School is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals. The school will make all employment decisions for employees and applicants without unlawful discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy, age, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, creed, genetic predisposition, victim of domestic violence or any other basis protected by law.

Additional Opportunities

In addition to this position, Shipley seeks talented new colleagues across a host of full- and part-time positions ranging from teaching, to coaching, to staff support. Go to shipleyschool.org/about/employment to learn more.