High School Spanish Teacher

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the successful applicant will help students develop an understanding of Spanish grammar, spelling, pronunciation, vocabulary and composition.

Essential Functions

1. Develops and administers Spanish education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
2. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
3. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
4. Prepares appropriate instructional aids and display materials to enhance learning.
5. Instructs students in use, care, and safe operation of business equipment.
6. Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student`s needs, including students with special needs.
7. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of the business community.
8. Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
9. Encourages parental involvement in students` education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
10. Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school`s standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
11. Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
12. Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
2. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
3. Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
4. Ability to organize and coordinate work.
5. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
6. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
7. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

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