Spanish Teacher

POSITION

Spanish Teacher

Westover High School

The Dougherty County School System is seeking a high school Spanish teacher to join our roster of experienced, motivated, and effective teaching professionals. The Spanish teacher will create a dynamic learning environment that promotes language acquisition, cultural appreciation, and fluency development. The teacher will also be responsible for preparing and implementing engaging lessons that address the academic needs and rigor of all students while providing a positive learning environment that encourages lifelong learners.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher;
• Valid Georgia Teacher certification or Charter Waiver eligible;
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills;
• Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to relate and motivate all students in a positive manner with respect;
• Ability to successfully integrate technology into the classroom while engaging students;
• Ability to perform routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance;
• Be present, organized and enthusiastically committed to the success of all students;
• Develops and uses formative and summative assessments;
• Instructs designed classes in accordance with formulated plans and outlines, modified as necessary to achieve the learning objectives, all within the policies of the school system;
• Maintains the degree of discipline and order in the classroom necessary to effectively instruct students;
• Counsels with students and parents on learning and discipline problems as necessary;
• Supervises or assists in the supervision of school activities as assigned;
• Performs related duties as assigned as circumstances require;
• Completes all records and reports on time and with accuracy;
• Maintains satisfactory performance on the system Evaluation Instrument;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

• Ability to lift and carry teaching materials, books, or small classroom equipment (typically up to 25 lbs).
• Ability to prepare and manipulate learning materials;
• Ability to stand and actively move around the classroom for extended periods;
• Ability to move between classrooms, hallways, and other school areas as needed.
• Ability to respond quickly in case of emergencies, such as evacuating students or assisting during drills;
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Principal

Ten‑month annual contract
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide.

THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY.
THE SYSTEM RESERVES THE RIGHT TO WAIVE ANY QUALIFICATIONS OR OTHER PROVISIONS OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT BY STATUTE OR REGULATIONS.