Middle School Spanish Teacher

Middle School Spanish Teacher

Carlisle Community School District, Carlisle Middle School – Carlisle, Iowa

Job Title: 6-8 Spanish

Reports To: Middle School Principal

Required:

• Meet certification requirements of the Department of Education, State of Iowa
• K-8 or 5-12 Spanish Endorsement

Knowledge /

Skills:

• Able to communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Able to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals
• Able to prioritize, organize and accomplish assigned work
• Alternative qualifications acceptable if the board finds them appropriate and acceptable

• Plan, evaluate and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction in line with the Iowa Core and district curriculum
• Contribute to the selection of materials and supplies while implementing designated curriculum
• Employ a variety of instructional methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting stated objectives
• Provide effective, developmentally appropriate and differentiated language instruction for diverse learners
• Provide high quality foreign language instruction that integrates culturally authentic learning
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
• Promote student engagement to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
• Supervise students' work, evaluate and grade student performance, assignments and progress in language acquisition
• Follow professional practices consistent with school policies in working with students, students' records, parents and colleges
• Maintain a professional demeanor in dealings with parents and students
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in a fair and just manner
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence; stay abreast of developments in the foreign language field
• Attend staff meetings, professional development and serve on committees as required or requested
• Maintain accurate, complete and appropriate records and files
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
• Be available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested under reasonable terms
• Provide adequate information, plans and materials for substitute teachers
• Have regular and reliable attendance
• Act as an advisor to student organizations

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Capable of standing for long periods while instructing
• Able to work with interruptions during a work shift
• Tobacco and substance free environment
• Must provide certification of good health prior to employment

• Wage and work year to be established by board policy
• Employment per Board Policies and Administrative Rules and Regulations
• Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with board policy

The Carlisle Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. The policy is not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status (for programs). Contact the Director of School Services for grievances.