Teacher Language, Spanish; One- Appointment

Overview

Position:
World Language Teacher, Spanish (One-year Appointment)

Fletcher Maynard Academy Extended Day (8-hour position) / World Languages

The Fletcher-Maynard Community:
Fletcher Maynard Academy is an inclusive, student-centered elementary school serving students from PreK to Grade 5 in Cambridge. The school is committed to equity, innovation, and academic excellence. FMA fosters a positive, professional, and collaborative environment where students thrive through strong relationships, engaging instruction, and a whole-child approach. We are proud of our culturally diverse community and work in partnership with families to close opportunity gaps and support every child’s success.

The Opportunity:

Under the supervision of the Principals and the Coordinator of World Languages, the Spanish teacher will be responsible for instruction using a proficiency approach based on ACTFL standards. The ideal candidate will foster a positive and supportive classroom environment where students develop intellectual curiosity, a love for the target language, and an appreciation of its culture. The position calls for the ability to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of all students and to work collaboratively with grade level teams/colleagues to establish design units that integrate ELA and math standards in project-based learning opportunities.

This interdisciplinary project-based approach is intended to integrate language and core content to enrich and support learning. A background in educational technology is desirable so that students can engage in research projects. The teacher will be expected to teach a range of learners and provide multiple access points for all learners.

The World Language Program will focus on all skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with a cultural component to understand the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. Teachers will attend school and World Language Department meetings and work closely with the Principal and district coordinator to ensure that all required units are taught. The candidate should have knowledge of effective use of relevant technology, best practices for second language acquisition, and the ability to plan integrated units/lessons with other teachers.

Differentiated instruction techniques and experience designing and implementing projects and performance assessments are desirable.

Responsibilities include delivering instruction using a proficiency approach, differentiating to meet diverse learners, collaborating with grade-level teams to design units that integrate ELA and math standards in project-based learning, incorporating technology to support research and learning, and contributing to planning and assessment practices aligned with ACTFL standards.

• Experience leading instruction in an urban school setting.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a positive and supportive classroom environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with a diverse staff and student body.
• Ability to plan interdisciplinary units of study and project-based learning opportunities.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college.
• Massachusetts State certification in Spanish.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to helping students excel.

Apply online d.us. Please upload a resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced. We welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.