Upper School Spanish Teacher

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Spanish Teacher position for the Upper School involves teaching all levels of Upper School Spanish, from Level I through AP. This position could also potentially work with Middle School students. The Teacher should have a desire to collaborate with colleagues and a commitment to encouraging the potential in every student to embody the tenets of the Portrait of the Graduate.

The teacher will be responsible for the overall coordination of teaching in his/her subjects, including executing well-developed lesson plans, accurate assessment of student’s progress, and participation in school functions.

• 1) Have a strong knowledge of and familiarity with the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world and infuse such knowledge into the curriculum
• 2) Build a solid foundation of speaking, listening, reading and writing in the target language
• 3) Embrace diverse learning approaches that reach a range of learners
• 4) Aim to use a cross-curricular, transdisciplinary approach
• 5) Actively seek collaborative approaches with teachers within and outside the department as well as in our global network
• 6) Be proactive in setting up a student‑centered classroom environment that goes beyond the lecture format
• 7) Utilize 21st‑century pedagogical approaches to instruction for a significant portion of class time

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated by the teacher schedule distributed by the Principal. Creates and executes lesson plans specific to respective grade level.
• Inspires students through enthusiasm for course content and student growth.
• Prepares for assigned classes by creating robust lesson plans that align with the course curriculum designated by the Department Chair and/or School.
• Provides a detailed course syllabus.
• Develops and maintains a safe and inviting classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Aligns instruction to a standards-based unit plan/scope and sequence.
• Utilizes supplied materials/unit plans as well as supplemental materials and projects/units to enhance the student learning experience.
• Demonstrates proficiency through careful lesson planning and content expertise.
• Utilizes a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student learning, including formative and summative assessment.
• Achieves a balance between instructional and assessment time that prioritizes authentic learning.
• Continually assesses curriculum and teaching to ensure inclusiveness for ability, race, ethnicity, and socio‑economic sensitivity.
• Reviews assessment data at the departmental level to inform instructional strategies. Uses data to make decisions for students requiring more advancement and/or remediation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of students’ strengths, challenges, and learning styles.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Attends Graduation Ceremonies, Back to School Nights, Conferences, Open Houses, school-sponsored extracurricular events, pep rallies, assemblies, community meetings, special events, etc. and serves as chaperone, as required.
• Demonstrates support of students through attendance at social and extracurricular events across divisions.
• Serves as a positive ambassador for Ursuline Academy in the community.
• Demonstrates a willingness to serve the school community with time and talents in activities outside of the classroom.
• Assists in upholding and supporting school rules.

• Maintains an updated course page and accurate, up-to-date student records.
• Posts major assignments/assessments on the Test Calendar at least 1 week prior to due date.
• Writes specific, individual, and constructive comments on report cards/progress reports.
• Actively communicates with students and families within 24 hours when students’ performance is of concern.
• Responds to any parent communication within 1 business day and documents phone communication with follow-up email.
• Posts grades to online gradebook in a timely manner.

• Exhibits expertise in curricular area(s) by remaining up-to-date on research and trends, attending professional development opportunities, when needed.
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