Dual Language, Elementary Teacher

For the  school year

Full time position

Posting Period:
Open until filled

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Exempt

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation.

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Qualifications:

* Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for assignment

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, Master's preferred

* Advanced level proficiency in Spanish language on ACTFL written and oral assessments

* Successful teaching experience in elementary grades, preferred

* Successful experience teaching across diverse populations, preferred

* Willingness and desire to assist a teaching team in implementing an interdisciplinary instructional program

* Familiarity with a wide variety of teaching techniques which are used to maximize student learning

* Must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills

* Willingness to participate in staff development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives

* Comfortable working in a collaborative environment in a program focused on improving student learning

* Willingness and desire to collaborate with assigned PLC

* Cooperates as a professional team member, accepts faculty responsibilities, & represents the best interests of the school

* Sets an example for students in emotional stability, self-control, courtesy, and appearance

* Ability to work in a semi-open or self-contained classroom

* Knowledge of, or experience with, a variety of teaching strategies, i.e. cooperative learning, integrated curriculum, whole language, etc.

* Must be fully

Bilingual(read, write and communicate) in Spanish

* Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse

* Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning and instructional tool

* Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives

Essential Functions:

* Teaches elementary content with a high degree of skill which may include an assignment to a combination grade-level classroom

* Teaches in an instructional program that meets the students' individual needs at their individual instructional level and makes modifications when necessary

* Works as an enthusiastic part of a learning-centered environment believing that each student can learn

* Uses the PLC process to improve instruction, learning, and assessment

* Maintains effective, positive classroom management

* Provides a safe environment and handles discipline in a positive manner

* Works and plans cooperatively and collaboratively

* Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students

* Actively engages students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities

* Works in a flexible and cooperative manner

* Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times

* Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students

* Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the…