Spanish Teacher - Intermediate School

Location: Chagrin Falls

Spanish Teacher - Intermediate School

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5, 6

Date Posted:

6/1/2026

Location:

Intermediate School

Additional Information:
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TEACHER

SCHOOL YEAR

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL - SPANISH

Preferred Licensure:
Valid SBOE Teaching License Multi-Age PK-12 Multi Language - Spanish

Reports to:

Assigned administrator/supervisor

Job Objective:
Plans, implements and assesses student learning experiences.

Minimum Qualification:

* Holds/ maintains required state department of education credentials.

* Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline, and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.

* Effective communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.

* Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.

* Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

* Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training may be required for some assignments.

Essential Functions:

1. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and pedagogy. Organizes subject content and learning goals that support high levels of student achievement.

* Prepares instructional materials. Teaches assigned students and subject matters as scheduled.

* Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum goals.

* Evaluates student academic needs and learning styles.

* Differentiates instructional techniques to effectively advance student learning.

* Facilitates the integration of new or improved technology in all areas of the curriculum.

* Utilizes formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor student progress.

* Uses a data-driven approach to analyze assessments. Provides effective feedback to students.

* Collaboratively resolves problems that impede student learning. Helps develop and implement evidence-based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames.

* Supports the placement of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.

* Serves as a resource for the development and implementation of 504, IEP, and health care plans.

* Advocates for students. Observes student demeanor. Investigates/reports atypical behavior.

* Helps students make appropriate choices and grow academically. Promotes creativity, critical thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct, and self-reliance skills.

* Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports.

* Regularly communicates academic, behavioral, and social-emotional related matters to parents.

* Proctors state and district testing activities. Upholds mandated security procedures.

* Ensures student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

2. Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.

* Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

* Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures.

* Contributes to an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.

* Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities.

* Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.

* Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

* Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.

* Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards.

* Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

* Prepares and maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.

* Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.

* Refers policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.

* Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

* Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.

* Updates personal skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.

5. Takes precautions to protect student and staff safety. Helps supervisors manage risks.

* Implements effective pupil management procedures. Provides appropriate student supervision.

* Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with administrative directives and federal/state laws when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, suspected child abuse, or neglect.

* Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.

6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

* Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.

Working Conditions:

Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must comply with applicable workplace safety regulations, health laws,…