Elementary Spanish Teacher - Kindergarten

Global Village Academy•Aurora, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Village Academy is an innovative charter school where students learn core academic content through language immersion. The school’s language offerings vary by campus. Immersion teachers bring their cultures and languages into the classroom, and students learn through an internationally benchmarked curriculum that encourages critical thinking and cross-cultural perspectives. The teacher develops, plans, and implements curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs within their areas of expertise, using effective methods to promote critical thinking and achievement for all students. This is a school-based role with regular interaction with students, staff, and families. Occasional evening meetings and events may be required. Regular attendance is required. Relocation is not provided.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university.
Regular attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

PLACE or PRAXIS qualification.
Valid Colorado Department of Education license.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate professional teaching and classroom-management skills to facilitate learning.
Use oral and written language skills accurately and effectively.
Maintain accurate records of students’ academic and behavioral progress, attendance, test scores, and personal information.
Conduct daily formal and informal assessments of student achievement and use assessment results to plan lessons and teaching strategies for diverse student needs and learning styles.
Maintain strict confidentiality of student, family, and colleague information and model respectful behavior.
Facilitate children’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional learning through sequential lessons suited to their abilities and confidence levels.
Provide engaging and effective instruction that develops students’ competence and confidence through a balance of basic skills and conceptual understanding.
Teach social studies knowledge and skills using the curriculum and appropriate learning activities.
Maximize student participation and differentiate instruction so all students can experience success.
Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies for games and fundamentals of body movement.
Observe, evaluate, report, and record students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce conduct and behavior rules, and reinforce positive behavior in accordance with school and authorizing district policy.
Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students’ behavioral and academic problems.
Provide students with adequate feedback and teach problem-solving skills that support peaceful conflict resolution.
Encourage students to strive for high achievement and develop positive self-concepts.
Manage behavior problems on an individual basis.
Maintain effective communication with parents throughout the school year.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.