Teacher - 3rd Grade Dual Language Immersion - Hermosa Vista Elementary School

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Employment Type:

Full-time Base Salary: $55,886.00 Calendar:
Certified Exempt, 187 workdays Benefits:
Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance Performance Pay:
Available annually New Hire

Experience:

$500 for each full-time year of certified teaching or verified like experience New Hire

Education:

$65/hour of graduate level credits: BA +45 hours max, MA +60 hours max $1000 for advanced degrees

Job Summary:

The Dual Language Immersion Program Teacher position will support an academic program developing second language Spanish proficiency through the instruction of academic content knowledge. The classroom environment will focus on dual language communicative competence and academic performance in an interactive setting. Teaching in a Dual Language Immersion setting will require a strong educational background and a firm understanding of the program's instructional framework and most effective and current practices.

The candidate will also possess the ability to instruct students in the Spanish language.

Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provides instruction in Spanish

* Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials

* Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and management techniques

* Utilizes strategies to help students develop language skills in all modes of communication

* Considers the individual learning needs and abilities of students, as well as school and district learning goals, in preparation and utilization of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment documents

* Utilizes district-adopted textbooks and curriculum guides in instructional planning and implementation

* Incorporates higher level thinking strategies and real-life applications into lesson planning

* Creates instructional and assessment materials that align with learning objectives and method of instruction

* Uses available technology or instructional media to enhance the students' learning experiences

* Continuously and accurately collects student achievement data using a variety of tools (e.g., tests, projects, demonstrations, checklists); utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that will positively impact student achievement

* Establishes, supports, and administers positive classroom management in accordance with regulations

* Establishes positive and appropriate relationships with students and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress

* Works with parents and school personnel representatives to provide an appropriate education for each student

* Produces, utilizes, and maintains student records that relate to student achievement, attendance and discipline

* Provides a positive and safe environment that is conducive to learning

* Takes an active role in establishing and supporting school goals and resolving school concerns

* Communicates an expectation of success for all students

* Adheres to established federal and state laws, board policies and regulations, and district procedures; supports the mission statement of the district and school

* Adheres to the Statement of Awareness/Understanding adopted by the MUSD Governing Board, and complies with the Meet and Confer Agreement

* Accepts supervision and direction of the site administrator

* Appropriately communicates and interacts with other staff in academic planning and school committee work

* Attends and participates in staff meetings and extra-curricular/school-related activities and committees

* Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth

* Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates behavior that is conscientious and responsible

* Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in elementary education, bilingual education, or related field

* Possesses a valid Arizona Teaching Certificate

* Bilingual and English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement

* Evidence of Spanish language proficiency

* Classroom management and instructional techniques appropriate for young learners

Skills &

Competencies:

* Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate

* Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community

* Demonstrates knowledge of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials

* Utilizes a variety of…