Spanish Teacher, West High School

Spanish Teacher, Greeley West High School  School Year)

Position Type: Secondary School Teaching / World Language – Spanish

Contract Length/Days: 190 Days (2026‑2027)

Salary: Salary placement is based on education and/or work experience. Certified/licensed employees receive one (1) year for each full year of contractual and/or work experience, up to a maximum of ten (10) years, including in‑district and out‑of‑district experience.

Benefits: Comprehensive package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance (PERA), and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans available to all employees regardless of hours worked, effective upon hire.

Paid Leave: Article VII of the Master Contract provides leave options for certified staff, including sick and discretionary leave.

Reports To: School Principal

Final date to receive applications: Until filled

• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity.
• Maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff.
• Ensure adequate supervision to protect the health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Guide learning toward achievement of curriculum standards, set clear objectives, and communicate them to students.
• Use instructional methods and materials most appropriate for achieving stated objectives and standards.
• Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports as required.
• Diagnose learning abilities regularly and seek assistance from district specialists when needed.
• Counsel with colleagues, students, and parents regularly.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop reasonable classroom behavior rules and procedures while maintaining order fairly.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for instructional assistants or volunteers, collaborating with department heads.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs of individual or group students.
• Strive to implement the district's philosophy of education and instructional standards.
• Respect students' personal spaces throughout the day.
• Implement students' IEP plans, ensuring academic time integrity and motivating participation.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Be available to students and parents for education‑related purposes outside instructional hours when required.
• Cooperate with staff to plan instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Share responsibility for co‑curricular activities as assigned.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems promptly.
• Model non‑discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Comply with and support school and division regulations and policies.
• Maintain open lines of communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth through reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and advanced coursework.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by building administrators in accordance with policies.

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.
• Colorado teaching license.
• Experience in a related field (preferred).
• Bilingual ability (preferred).
• Capability to follow oral and written directions and establish effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Strong classroom management strategies.
• Visual, auditory, and ambulatory proficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Empathy and positive relationship building.
• Knowledge of Colorado and district content standards.
• Capability to perform all duties essential to the position.
• Leadership experience related to meeting students' social, emotional,…