Spanish Teacher

Cristo Rey Network•Baltimore, MD

26d•$51,000 - $64,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School (CRJ) is seeking dedicated, intellectually curious, and mission-driven educators who are open to growth, committed to equity and inclusion, and who reflect and/or celebrate our rich cultural diversity. As part of the faculty, they will have an opportunity to continue to develop one of Baltimore’s most promising educational options for young people. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of best practices in the teaching and learning of Spanish as well as experience in the classroom or in education. They will also have experience working with students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. This position reports to the School Principal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related subject area required
Experience working with urban population
Personal commitment to Jesuit mission in education and work-study nature of the school
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and engage students in their faith journeys.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administration.

Nice To Haves

Maryland teaching certification in content area preferred
Strong teaching background
Teaching Certification (Preferred)
Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Teach 5 sections of Spanish
Be present and available for service to the school from 7:30 AM until 4:30 PM a minimum of three days per week, and from 7:30 AM until 3:30 PM on the remaining days of the week.
Chaperone two student events such as testing, dances, or admissions interviews
Supervise one Saturday study hall.
Participate in faculty meetings, department meetings, curriculum development, parent-teacher conferences, substitute coverage, and professional development.
Follow gradebook guidelines, enter grades in a timely fashion, and submit end of quarter grades and comments on time.
Serve as an advisor to one advisory group
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion when communicating with parents of students and advisees by using strategies that create an inclusive school environment.
Collaborate with colleagues and students in the development of relationships to support academic growth.
Teach and act in a professional fashion, in accordance with the stated mission, objectives, and policies of the school as articulated in the Employee Handbook
Commit to a coaching philosophy that deepens the overall knowledge of the instructional framework to plan and deliver effective instruction.
Respect and help form the spiritual values of the students and support the Jesuit and Catholic identity of the school by exemplifying in his/her own actions the characteristics of Christian living, being a leader of prayer, and supporting the liturgical and spiritual life of the school
Model the school’s “Graduate at Graduation” statement and strive to support students in valuing and attaining these qualities
Actively implement the Code of Conduct/Disciplinary Procedures as outlined in Student Handbook
Contribute to a safe and clean environment by keeping classroom and workspaces clean and tidy, and by showing care for school property
If not certified in content area, then willing to get certified in Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program through Loyola University Maryland at 100% tuition remission within a two-year period.
Complete other and additional duties as assigned by the Principal
Participate in school events, parent-teacher conferences, and faculty meetings as required.