27 Grade 2 Spanish Immersion Teacher,FTE Job Minnetonka area,Minnesota USA,Education / Teaching

Position: 2026-27 Grade 2 Spanish Immersion Teacher, 1.0 FTE

2026-27 Grade 2 Spanish Immersion Teacher, 1.0 FTE

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching / Grade 1-Spanish Immersion

Qualifications

Minneapolis K-6 or 1-6 Elementary Education Teaching License or must qualify for a Minnesota teaching license.

Native or near‑native fluency in Spanish (require an "Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines using the Interview

IQ language assessment tool).

Compensation & Benefits

to view the teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix ‑a‑, Schedule

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This position is medical and dental benefit eligible.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrate native or near‑native fluency in Spanish; show an "Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines.

Demonstrate English language proficiency to allow communication with parents.

Demonstrate successful experience in Total Physical Response (TPR) methodology for teaching in an immersion program.

Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; provide individualized and small‑group instruction to adapt the district‑approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.

Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records in a timely fashion, prepare progress reports.

Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals; develop strategies for individual education plans.

Communicate regularly with parents outside the normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e‑mails, conferences, etc.

Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.

Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, PLCs, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars to stay current with best teaching practices.

Integrate technology into instruction.

Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Specific Responsibilities

Collaborative work in a fast‑paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.

Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.

Respond in emergency situations.

Know, interpret, and follow school district policies.

May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.

May provide input to the goal‑setting process for paraprofessionals.

Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated successful experience in an immersion program (preferred).
Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software, and necessary classroom technology.
Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
Show initiative and function as a self‑starter.
Effectively communicate and have interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, and the general public to exchange information and receive work direction.

Hiring Administrator(s): Andrew Gilbertson, Principal

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27 Grade 2 Spanish Immersion Teacher, FTE