Spanish Teacher

WATER OF LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH•Fontana, CA

7d•$40,154 - $62,210•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing Spanish language instruction to students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade, as well as coordinating school-wide events like Hispanic heritage day. This role is primary instruction in Spanish. Works closely with the school administration and faculty to maintain a positive and effective learning environment. Teach Spanish language classes to students in grades K–5 and additional grade levels as the school expands. Implement the approved Spanish curriculum and provide engaging, age-appropriate instruction that promotes language acquisition and cultural awareness. Assess student progress using established rubrics and evaluation tools. Provide grades and written comments to classroom teachers for inclusion in trimester report cards. Assist in the ongoing development, evaluation, and improvement of the school's Spanish curriculum. Aligns curriculum with Biblical worldview including prayers, worship songs, and Bible verses throughout the instructional day. Under the direction of the School Administrator, assists in preparing students and adults participating in school mission trips where Spanish communication skills would be beneficial. Create and maintain classroom displays, bulletin boards, and visual aids that support Spanish language learning and student engagement. Attend professional development workshops, conferences, and training opportunities as requested by school administration. Communicate effectively with parents regarding progress, grades, and concerns about their child(ren) and communicates with other teachers as the teacher of record for Spanish instruction. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero tolerance offenses etc.) maintaining personal safety of students. Respond in emergency situations by resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution. Respond to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, students, central office staff, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction. Supervise children and be able to intervene in any case of an emergency. Coordinates three school chapels utilizing Spanish as a primary mode of understanding throughout the school year and assists with schoolwide chapels (attendance and planning) Performs other related duties, as assigned ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field
Ability to attain a teaching credential (Spanish preferred)
Speak, read, and write in English and in Spanish fluently.
Ability to follow lesson plans and provide detailed feedback to all key stakeholders including completion of assignments/progress, students that needed additional support, etc.
Operating standard office equipment such as pertinent software applications.
Preparing and maintaining accurate records via computer and student information systems.
Have a heart for ministry to children and implementing the core values of Water of Life Community Church
Aspire to be a Christian role model in accordance with 1 Timothy, chapter 3
Maintain a consistent relationship with God, demonstrate a strong and growing walk with Christ and live a Biblical lifestyle that honors Christ
Be personally committed to the ideals, values and mission of WOL
Be a regular tither to WOL or your home church
Ability to appropriately handle confidential information; refraining from gossip
Ability to resolve issues according to Matthew 18
Be/become a Member at either Water of Life or a church with a similar Statement of Faith, and regularly attend its weekend services
Satisfactory “live scan” fingerprint and child abuse index clearance by the Department of Justice
Current CPR and First Aid training
Current TB test with negative results

Nice To Haves

One (1) year applicable experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide Spanish language instruction to students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Coordinate school-wide events like Hispanic heritage day.
Teach Spanish language classes to students in grades K–5 and additional grade levels as the school expands.
Implement the approved Spanish curriculum and provide engaging, age-appropriate instruction that promotes language acquisition and cultural awareness.
Assess student progress using established rubrics and evaluation tools.
Provide grades and written comments to classroom teachers for inclusion in trimester report cards.
Assist in the ongoing development, evaluation, and improvement of the school's Spanish curriculum.
Align curriculum with Biblical worldview including prayers, worship songs, and Bible verses throughout the instructional day.
Assist in preparing students and adults participating in school mission trips where Spanish communication skills would be beneficial.
Create and maintain classroom displays, bulletin boards, and visual aids that support Spanish language learning and student engagement.
Attend professional development workshops, conferences, and training opportunities as requested by school administration.
Communicate effectively with parents regarding progress, grades, and concerns about their child(ren).
Communicate with other teachers as the teacher of record for Spanish instruction.
Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero tolerance offenses etc.) maintaining personal safety of students.
Respond in emergency situations by resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution.
Respond to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, students, central office staff, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
Supervise children and be able to intervene in any case of an emergency.
Coordinate three school chapels utilizing Spanish as a primary mode of understanding throughout the school year.
Assist with schoolwide chapels (attendance and planning).
Perform other related duties, as assigned ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.