High School Spanish Teacher

Rochester Prep Charter School • Rochester, NY

2d

About The Position

Uncommon High School Spanish teachers work in grade-level and content teams to help students become global citizens. Teachers develop expertise in their course content and motivate and inspire high school students. Spanish is used throughout classes, with a variety of instructional strategies supporting a safe environment for students to express themselves in a new language. The curriculum prepares students for academic autonomy, college-preparatory work, and Advanced Placement and collegiate-level coursework. Teachers build students’ reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills; confidence using authentic print and audio sources; conversational ability; and cultural awareness. They also collaborate with the Spanish department and grade-level teams, analyze student work and assessment trends with school leaders, differentiate instruction, build relationships with families, and participate in coaching, professional development, and school-wide meetings.

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools serving economically disadvantaged communities in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. The organization offers educator coaching, feedback, and professional development and is committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing students for college and beyond.

Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social-emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in students’ best interests.
• Self-directed learner who seeks and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.
• Academic expertise in Spanish or a related field of study.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university before employment begins.
• If not holding a degree in education, enroll in a teacher preparation program and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher during employment.
• Meet New York State certification eligibility requirements and become certified in New York State within a reasonable period after beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities; 1–2 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish using a curriculum designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement and collegiate-level coursework.
• Build students’ Spanish reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, including confidence engaging in conversation and using authentic print and audio sources.
• Cultivate students’ cultural awareness and motivate them to communicate in Spanish.
• Collaborate with the Spanish department to develop academic and engagement goals for students.
• Meet weekly with the principal and/or instructional coach to analyze student work and assessment trends and respond to them.
• Differentiate instruction to support all learners in the classroom.
• Build positive relationships with students and partner with families to support students’ learning needs.
• Participate in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching.
• Attend weekly school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model core values, and encourage student achievement.
• Partner with the grade-level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including sick time, paid holidays, and approximately 10 weeks of paid Spring, Winter, and Summer breaks.
• Extensive training and development.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts, dependent care flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave options, including parental, medical, and disability leave.
• Mental health and counseling support and wellness benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level