Ms​/Hs Spanish Teacher

Position Summary

Location: Gateway College Preparatory School, Georgetown, Texas.

Reports To: Principal.

FLSA Status: Exempt Position.

Salary Range: $57,0500 - $70,222 annually.

Work Days: 187.

Provide students with rigorous learning activities and experiences in the academic subject and grade assigned to help students develop competencies and skills to be successful in post‑secondary education.

• Work collaboratively with other members of campus and district staff to determine instructional goals and objectives and serve the needs of all students.
• Use a variety of instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Prepare and provide instruction based on accommodations as outlined in the student's IEP.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Report and communicate student progress to parents.
• Resolve parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Be a positive role model for students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and handbook.
• Assist in monitoring students and creating a safe campus environment by reporting to duty assignments as assigned by the principal.
• Attend campus events and extracurricular activities, as assigned.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Participate in all continuing professional development and relevant ARD meetings.
• Compile, maintain, and submit reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.
• Promote and contribute to campus‑wide initiatives including AVID.
• Protect confidentiality of students and their families.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Support the mission and vision of the campus and district.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of the campus and district.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, indoor and outdoor activities, and some lifting. Must have and maintain a level of general physical/emotional health that permits effective performance of duties. Regularly lifts and carries 1–25 pounds. Requires a high level of mental alertness and the ability to tolerate high levels of stress.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instructing students in the subject and grade level assigned.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development and integration of technology into daily instruction.

Ability to:

• Design, develop, and implement subject‑area curriculum based on best practices.
• Provide effective and innovative learning experiences for students at a college‑preparatory level.
• Create an attractive, inviting, and stimulating learning environment and develop positive relationships with students.

Experience:

• Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or other applicable field/volunteer work.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned (Spanish EC‑12).

• Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums.
• Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Telehealth.
• Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life, and Accident Insurance.
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability.
• 403(b) and 457(b) Investment Plans.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options.
• Critical Illness and Cancer Insurance.
• Legal Services.