Language Department Chair

Position: World Language Department Chair 6-12
Granby Public Schools is seeking a dynamic and collaborative educator to serve as the World Language Department Chair for grades 6-12 beginning in the  school year. This position includes teaching responsibilities in Spanish and/or French while providing instructional leadership and coordination for the district's World Language program.

The successful candidate will split responsibilities between Granby Memorial High School and Granby Memorial Middle School.

Responsibilities Include:

* Provide leadership and coordination for the grades 6-12 World Language department

* Support curriculum development, alignment, and instructional best practices

* Facilitate department meetings and promote collaboration among staff

* Analyze student performance data to support continuous program improvement

* Collaborate with administration on department goals, budgeting, and program initiatives

* Teach assigned Spanish and/or French courses

* Foster an engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment

* Support district initiatives and school improvement efforts

* Co-evaluate staff in conjunction with building principals

Qualifications:

* Valid Connecticut certification required: 092 Intermediate Administrator and Supervisor

* Connecticut certification in Spanish and/or French required

* Certification in both Spanish and French preferred

* Successful teaching experience at the secondary level preferred

* Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and communication skills

* Commitment to high-quality instruction and positive student relationships

Application Procedure:

Please apply online and include:

* Letter of interest

* Resume

* Certification information

* Three current professional references

Placement on GEA salary schedule plus $8,266 stipend which is inclusive of five additional work days. Please see our GEA contract.