Spanish Dual Language Teacher- FT

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Position Title Spanish Dual Language Teacher- FT

Academic Year

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

St. Anthony Catholic High School (SACHS), a division of the University of the Incarnate Word, seeks a Spanish Dual Language Teacher for the  academic year. This position requires strong oral and written proficiency in Spanish. All teachers are expected to teach within the mission of St. Anthony Catholic High School and our core values of Honesty & Integrity;
Community;
Service & Social Justice;
Scholarship; and Holistic Education. The Spanish Dual Language Teacher reports to the Principal.

St. Anthony Catholic High School prepares young men and women for positions of responsibility and leadership through a college preparatory curriculum based on Catholic values and traditions.

• UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback.
• UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents.
• Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution.
• We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more!
• Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the curriculum.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter in the target language according to guidelines established by TEA , board policies and administrative regulations.
• Work cooperatively with administrators, department chairs, and other staff as needed to meet curriculum objectives.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Serve as an advisor to 15-20 students.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication through conferences with parents, students, principal and teachers.
• Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Attend after school faculty meetings, evening parent meetings, weekly community liturgies, class retreats and open houses as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Native or near-native Spanish speaker.
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned.
• Demonstrates oral and written proficiency both in English and the target language.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the socio-cultural perspectives of peoples and countries of the target language.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply best practices for classroom management.
• Knowledge of and ability to differentiate instruction and apply academic accommodations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the target language by providing clear, concise instruction using academic language.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Strong…