MIddle School Spanish Teacher

Miami Valley School • Dayton, OH

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About The Position

The Miami Valley School (MVS). Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. For over 60 years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do. The Role. The Middle School Spanish Teacher must be a passionate and skillful teacher, who is eager to invest their talents in our world language program. They must establish a supportive and engaging environment for middle school students (grades 6-8) and Spanish I upper school students. This faculty member must demonstrate the ability to create developmentally appropriate curricula, work collaboratively with colleagues and parents, have excellent communication skills, and demonstrate teaching proficiency and comfort with a variety of different teaching and learning styles. In addition, this teacher will have completed coursework or possess teaching experience in Spanish, and they should be committed to the ACTFL language proficiency standards and have a passion for sharing Spanish speaking cultures as manifested in music, films, cuisine, art and literature. The Opportunity. All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community. Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to: Expand Global Leadership. MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. Enhance Cultural Experiences. Through your instruction and development of an inspiring Immersion Term Field Study Learning Experience, you and your students will experience the world, explore passions, and dive deep into content. Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families. Innovate. As we continue to develop the MVS Immersion Method™, you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience. Here, you and your team will integrate academics, hands-on activities, and scholarly habits via cross-curricular designs and models of learning. Couple Academic Rigor with Increased Accessibility. Through your intentional planning and development of coursework, our students will explore their unique learning needs, utilize critical thinking, and begin to think about and create solutions for today’s pressing challenges. Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team. In your role teaching at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning. And, of course, you will get to Teach! As a middle school Spanish teacher you will get to teach multiple levels of middle school Spanish and upper school Spanish I.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or Master Degree in Spanish or related experience
• Demonstrate computer literacy and proficiency (e.g., Google suite of applications, student information systems and online grade book programs)
• Desire to work with primarily middle school students in an experiential and “hands-on” setting
• Embrace the vision of The Miami Valley School, incorporate Immersion MethodTM, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL), in the classroom
• Develop a lifelong appreciation for healthy and informed decision-making in their students
• Demonstrate an ability to develop rapport with students
• Commit to ongoing professional development
• Lead and/or advise extracurricular activities, which include student clubs and athletics
• Communicate with parents, both orally and in writing, effectively and often
• Meet all other expectations and responsibilities as outlined by the Faculty Handbook
• Demonstrates an understanding of the ACTFL standards and teaching for language acquisition
• All faculty can expect to travel with students (grades 4-12) for 1-3 weeks per year

Nice To Haves

• Candidates without prior teaching experience will also be considered

Responsibilities

• Teach 6th grade Spanish, Spanish 1A (7th grade), Spanish 1B (8th grade), and upper school Spanish 1
• Lead/Co-lead an Immersion term program in January, most often involving travel with students
• Develop and propose new Immersion programs
• Update Canvas and RamsConnect, MVS’ Learning Management System (LMS), regularly to keep both students and families informed about student progress and performance
• Attend faculty meetings
• Fulfill all other faculty responsibilities that may occur outside the school day, such as; chaperoning student events, attending school-related functions, which include but are not limited to: Caregiver Information Night (CIN), Immersion Term CIN, Immersion Open House, and Graduation
• Serve as a middle school advisor for a group of about 12 students
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• This is a full-time opportunity that provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a matching 403(b) program, and 50% tuition remission for the children of employees.

What This Job Offers

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