7-12 Grade Spanish Teacher

Spanish Teacher

Position Title:

Secondary Spanish Teacher, Probationary

Location:

Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District, John

F. Kennedy Middle/High School

Salary/Pay Scale: $45,729 (+ $2,200 Master's) per the CSUFSD TAC Contract

Position Summary/

Purpose:

In the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD, the faculty and staff are dedicated to creating a positive, student-centered learning environment that recognizes the unique needs and talents of all students by integrating character education with a critical-thinking curriculum. The emphasis is on teaching the whole child to create lifelong learners who are well prepared for college, careers, and beyond.

• Develop and implement engaging and innovative lesson plans that align with the Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Standards
• Implement structured, systematic, and explicit literacy instruction aligned to evidence-based reading practices
• Utilize explicit instruction techniques, including clear learning targets, modeling, guided practice, and frequent checks for understanding
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, linguistic, social, and emotional needs of all learners, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners
• Establish and maintain a classroom culture grounded in restorative practices, emphasizing strong relationships, student voice, accountability, and community
• Use a variety of formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and provide timely, actionable feedback
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student performance and progress
• Integrate instructional technology purposefully to enhance student engagement and learning
• Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and support staff to improve instructional practices and student outcomes
• Actively participate in grade-level, school, and district meetings, and engage in ongoing professional learning
• Communicate effectively and consistently with students, families, and colleagues to support student success
• Model professionalism by maintaining high expectations for all learners and supporting them in reaching their full potential
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or her designee

Requirements:

• Language other than English, Spanish Certification (7-12)

Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should apply online at  and attach a letter of interest, current resume, academic transcripts, copy of certifications, and at least three current letters of reference, or submit all of the required materials directly to:

Mrs. Andrea L. Galenski, Superintendent of Schools, 166 Halstead Avenue, Sloan, NY 14212

Final date to receive applications:
August 9, 2026

Anticipated

Start Date:

August 27, 2026

The Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity or the status of being transgender), sexual orientation, disability, age, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic-violence-victim status, criminal arrest or conviction record, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal non-discrimination laws.