(2026-2027) High School Spanish Teacher, Berks Catholic High School

Diocese of Allentown•Reading, PA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The teacher actively instructs high school students, to develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading, and writing in the Spanish language, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the native culture of the countries where the language is the primary means of communication. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Principal at Berks Catholic High School, Reading, for the 2026-2027 school year.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Spanish, or related field required.
Must communicate effectively with parents, students, and co-workers in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
Possess an understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.
Possess an understanding of the supervision of employees and the communication skills necessary to relate to adult employees and volunteers in a collegial, as well as effective, and efficient manner.
Ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.
Able to maintain a high level of energy.
Ability to respond calmly to overwhelming and difficult situations.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence is essential.
Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH).
Pennsylvania Child Abuse History.
Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (No less than 1 year old.)
Attendance at the online Protecting God's Children class.
Mandated Reporter Training.
Bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Catholic Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Nice To Haves

PA teaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide academic subject instruction by preparing lesson plans, activities, projects, and assignments for the 2026-2027 school year.
Identify materials needed to implement class activities/projects.
Teaches knowledge and skills in the Spanish language, including comprehension, grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, colloquialisms, communication, and translation of literature.
Develops students understanding and appreciation of the cultures and mores of countries where the language is the predominant or a major means of communication.
Evaluate student performances in class and on tests and provide feedback.
Maintains fair, accurate, and timely grading policies, procedures, and attendance.
Grades papers, assignments, and assessments promptly and accurately.
Prepare progress reports and report cards.
Demonstrates knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research, and technological tools to address student learning styles and achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes in accordance with the designed lesson plan.
Organizes daily class time so that instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time; develops weekly lessons with the appropriate instructional materials; provides appropriate, detailed instructions/plans for a substitute teacher in the event of absence.
Maintains and engages in professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership.
Cooperate and collaborate with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
Communicate with students and parents on a regular basis about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs.
Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year.
Regularly checks email and updates web pages as required through the technology system provided by the school.
Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation in accordance with their abilities.
Actively supervises students in hallways before, after, and between classes, homeroom, in the cafeteria, in bus areas, and at special events, ensuring safety and security.
Rotates with staff on student arrival and dismissal.
Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters including social media and online platforms.
Follow all Allentown Diocese policies as per the teacher's handbook.
Actively establishes and maintains appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe, orderly, effective, and productive environment.
Upholds Berk's Catholic High School's discipline procedures.
Maintains an orderly classroom stocked with appropriate supplies.
Attends all required in-service training meetings and workshops.
Attends and participates in faculty meetings.
Actively be involved in the school community.
Attend school events, activities, fundraisers, etc.
Any other duties assigned by the Principal.