HS Spanish Teacher

Charter Schools USA•Jacksonville, FL

26d

About The Position

Charter Schools USA is seeking an HS Spanish Teacher to create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment that supports student learning and personal growth. The teacher will develop lessons consistent with established guidelines, build effective relationships with students, staff, and parents, and motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge that provide an effective educational foundation suited to their abilities. The role includes presenting subject matter, assessing student learning and needs, maintaining accurate records, assigning and reviewing student work, and preparing students for state-required achievement assessments. The teacher will establish a safe, orderly, and engaging classroom; plan individual and group learning activities; collaborate on curriculum and incorporate relevant IEP diagnostic information; and communicate and cooperate with families, administration, and colleagues. Participation in parent communication activities and extracurricular activities may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent.
Valid teaching certification, as appropriate.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Commitment to company values and enthusiasm for the job and the company's mission.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including courteous and professional conduct, oral and written communication, active listening, negotiation, and influencing.
Ability to attend work consistently and on time, follow instructions and management direction, and seek feedback to improve performance.
Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and a Student Information System (SIS).
Strong student orientation; proactive approach, initiative, creativity, and ability to drive projects to completion while maintaining high quality.
Ability to work with staff and individuals at all organizational levels and respond sensitively to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image.

Responsibilities

Present subject matter to maximize learning opportunities.
Review student records to understand each student's abilities and needs.
Strive to maximize each student's educational achievement and use a range of learning modalities.
Use diagnostic assessments to assess student learning, identify strengths and weaknesses, and address student needs with appropriate activities.
Maintain accurate and complete student records and generate progress reports as required.
Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
Coordinate class field trips.
Prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students' maturity and interests; keep it clean and safe and display student work as appropriate.
Implement student conduct policies and maintain classroom order fairly and consistently.
Develop lesson plans and individual or group learning activities aligned with instructional objectives and student needs.
Prepare for assigned classes and provide evidence of preparation upon request.
Participate in curriculum planning with staff during designated meetings.
Incorporate required diagnostic information from students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) into planning.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect instructional supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish cooperative relations and communicate clearly and positively with parents or guardians through appropriate channels.
Cooperate with administration and other staff, maintain student confidentiality, and attend parent communication activities.
Participate in extracurricular activities as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.