Spanish Teacher (Kindergarten to 8th Grade)

Merritt Academy • Fairfax, VA

13d • $45,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Merritt Academy is seeking an energetic and dynamic Spanish Teacher for Kindergarten to 8th Grade classrooms. The role involves teaching age-appropriate academic classes in Spanish, incorporating cultural elements, and promoting respect for languages and speakers. Responsibilities include classroom management, utilizing visual aids and technology, and staying current with language instruction trends.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree required
• Experience working in education required
• Native or native-level proficiency in Spanish
• Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and age appropriate practices
• Effective classroom-management techniques
• Effective leadership and team building skills
• Pass pre-employment screenings
• Flexibility and willingness to take on assigned tasks and work with various age groups.
• Professionalism, pride in work, initiative, strong work ethic, and support for parents as partners in education.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom using effective techniques.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans according to administration guidelines.
• Prepare and teach lessons and values curriculum.
• Maintain accurate and complete student evaluations (progress reports, portfolios, anecdotal reports).
• Continuously evaluate children's social and academic development.
• Maintain positive parent communication.
• Manage classroom and appropriate use of bulletin boards, visual aids, and technology.
• Keep abreast of current trends in language instruction.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Professional development training opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health, dental and vision insurance options for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Life Insurance
• Discounted tuition rate for child(ren) attending any J127 Education Foundation school

What This Job Offers

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