Spanish Reading & Writing Teacher; Grades 7-8

Bilingual Teacher (Reading and Writing) (Spanish to English)

Location:

Charter School

Milwaukee, WI | Education

Full Time: 10-month Contract

FLSA Status:
Salaried, Overtime Ineligible

La Causa, Inc. Charter School is committed to providing high-quality, inclusive, and engaging instruction that supports the academic and social-emotional growth of all students. We are seeking a dedicated Bilingual Spanish Speaking and student-centered Teacher (7th-8th grade) for Reading and Writing to join our team. In this role, you will design and deliver rigorous, standard-based instruction while maintaining a positive and structured classroom environment that supports student success.

Why

Join La Causa, Inc.?

We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace for 2025–2026, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and appreciated.

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy benefits and perks designed to support your personal and professional success, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Receive your annual PTO allotment upfront after completing 90 days of employment, prorated based on your start date during your first year.
• Paid Birthday:
  Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday,
• Retirement Savings Plan:
  Participate in our retirement plan through Voya with an employer match to help support your financial future.
• Health and Wellness Benefits:
  Access medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your overall well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  Receive up to $1,000 annually toward continued education and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation and Team Events:
  Enjoy a fun, connected culture with activities like bake-offs, potlucks, and team celebrations.
• A Supportive Culture:
  Be part of a workplace where employees are recognized, encouraged, and given opportunities to grow.
• Join a company that invests in its people and has been recognized as a Top Workplace for 2025–2026.

Your Role

As a Bilingual Spanish Speaking (English and Spanish) teacher (7th–8th Grade Reading & Writing), you will be responsible for designing and delivering engaging, standards-based literacy instruction focused on reading comprehension, writing development, and critical thinking skills. You will support middle school students in building strong academic literacy skills while maintaining a positive and structured classroom environment that promotes growth and achievement.

This Class will be taught in Spanish.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and implement lesson plans aligned with Common Core Standards and curriculum in Spanish.
• Administer formal and informal assessments and use data to guide instruction and differentiation
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, Special Education staff, ESL staff, and administrators to support student learning Ensure instruction reflects best practices for English Language Learners (ELL/ESL) when applicable
• Maintain a positive, structured, and supportive classroom environment
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with parents, colleagues, and school leadership Attend required meetings, training sessions, and professional development sessions
• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities in accordance with laws and policies
• Contribute as a collaborative and supportive team member Perform other related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited institution
• Valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license in applicable area or ability to obtain a License with Stipulation (Emergency License)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required for bilingual positions (Spanish Language)
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in…