IB-PYP Spanish Immersion Teacher, Grades 1

International Spanish Language Academy, ISLA is an IB Spanish Immersion PreK-5 school located in Edina, MN. Its current enrollment is around 500 students.

Mission: ISLA, a Pre-K to Grade 5 Spanish immersion community, empowers the whole child by nurturing the development of personal growth, strong character, academic excellence, and global vision.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out all responsibilities associated with elementary immersion teaching assignment.
• Conduct classroom instruction of all basic subjects in Spanish.
• Interweave Latin@ cultures into student activities throughout the school year.
• Infuse global-mindedness into the curriculum on a continual basis.
• Develop multi-cultural curriculum materials and instructional strategies for elementary students as a part of a grade-level team.
• Communicate closely and encourage parental involvement regarding program goals, classroom activities, homework and school functions.
• Create a safe classroom environment.
• Collaborate with grade-level team members, program specialists, program coordinator, director and other staff regarding program implementation.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging trends, procedures and evaluation processes in immersion programs.
• Participate in regular program planning and staff development activities.
• Participate in all training programs required for immersion, the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme and Conscious Discipline.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A valid Minnesota elementary teaching license is required. The candidate must have native or near native proficiency in the Spanish and English languages. A minimum of one year of elementary school experience is preferred. A minimum of six months of living in a Spanish speaking country is preferred.

Prior immersion classroom teaching experience is preferred. Familiarity with the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme is also preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to relate positively to elementary-age children
• Enthusiasm and a strong commitment to the full immersion teaching philosophy
• Enthusiasm and a strong commitment to the International Baccalaureate Organization Primary Years Programme
• Excellent proven communication skills (non-verbal, oral, written, and listening.)
• Ability to implement creative and innovative teaching strategies
• Good organizational skills and flexibility in relating to students, parents, peers, and supervisors
• Enthusiasm to work well in a team environment through cooperation and participation
• Ability to appropriately teach children with different ability levels and learning styles
• Ability to understand that students are individuals, and the skill to work effectively with individual strengths and needs of students
• Knowledge and ability to creatively instill the love of learning in students
• Ability to incorporate international cultures into lesson plans throughout the year
• Effective classroom management
• Enthusiasm for high level of parent involvement