High School Spanish Teacher

High School Spanish Teacher
Reporting to School Principal
Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic, joy filled student-centered High School Spanish Teacher to join the Danvers High School learning community. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment that fosters language acquisition, cultural understanding, and a love of learning. This position emphasizes proficiency-based instruction aligned with Massachusetts World Language standards. If the candidate speaks French as well that is a plus but not necessary.

Responsibilities and Duties Instruction & Curriculum

• Plan and deliver engaging Spanish instruction for students in grades 9-12
• Design lessons aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for World Languages
• Incorporate all modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including students with IEPs and English learners
• Use culturally responsive teaching practices to connect language learning with real-world contexts

Assessment & Data Use

• Develop and implement formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress
• Use data to inform instruction and provide targeted support
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students

Classroom Environment

• Establish a positive, structured classroom culture that promotes risk-taking and language use
• Set clear expectations for behavior and academic engagement
• Foster student independence and collaboration

Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with common planning teams, special education staff, and related service providers
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and common planning time
• Communicate effectively with families about student progress
• Engage in ongoing professional development

Full time benefited employees at the Danvers Public Schools are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Town of Danvers.  for a highlight of these benefits.
The Danvers Public School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or homelessness in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other school-administered programs and activities.