Spanish Teachers for elementary and middle school age students

Bay Language Academy Inc•Alameda, CA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Bay Language Academy is expanding and is seeking more part-time aspiring Spanish Teachers/Instructors/Professors Please note that we only consider applicants who are eligible to work in the US and who are physically present in the area at time of interview for an on-site teaching position. THE ASSISTANT TEACHER WILL: • Supervise a range of levels within several small group settings • Implement TPRS, songs, art, among others • Implement a sequence curriculum to include all four pillars of language learning: listening, speaking, reading, writing as well as presentation, and intercultural knowledge • Facilitate positive classroom management strategies • Use developmentally appropriate technology relevant to teaching Languages • Work collaboratively with colleagues as a team • Additional duties as assigned We are seeking an energetic assistant to join our team! You will lead a class of students through a successful school year, creating and implementing a comprehensive educational curriculum. Your goal is to create a welcoming learning environment and provide students with the tools they need to reach their full potential. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, and has a passion for teaching!

Requirements

Experience with working with age school children.
Willingness and capacity to assume a wide range of responsibilities
Maintain and support a climate of mutual respect, which encourages students to take healthy risks: asking questions, sharing opinions, and making mistakes necessary to learn.
Practice culturally responsive teaching.
Ability to utilize sound and developmentally appropriate educational practices related to technology.
Readiness & willingness to learn - Our Academy has an accelerated way of teaching and would need an assistant who is open to change & learning new teaching styles.
Commitment - Our training process is extensive and we would like to hire assistants who are looking at this as a career and not as a job to get by with
Punctuality - It is imperative to be on time because of class timings and structure, so punctuality is a must
Focus on content and language that is relevant to the children. Build a positive attitude toward language acquisition.
Integrate arts & crafts with language development.
Participate and encourage positive participation of all students in daily activities and events.
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families and other service providers
Professionalism, flexibility and a good attitude
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Capacity to focus on the whole child, intentionally developing each individual academically, physically, emotionally, and socially.
Ability to exercise daily flexibility by prioritizing, and problem solving
Willingness to embrace global thinking and learning that helps expand circles of influence by seeking geographic and cultural opportunities that grow students’ cultural competency.
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families
Have excellent communication skills, ability to handle multiple priorities and resolve issues and challenges creatively
Be fingerprinted and cleared through a Live Scan background check (FBI & DOJ)
Receive a negative TB-test result
Display strong oral and written communication skills
Display strong problem solving skills and positive work ethics
Be responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operation of program at the Academy
Background in education and prior experience teaching (Bachelor’s degree in education or related field or individuals with experience and/or passion for interacting with youth)
Experience in traditional or non-traditional setting
Strong skills in classroom management
Bachelor’s degree or higher and state teaching certification
Previous experience teaching at the k-12 level is preferred
Understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Native or near-native fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Bilingual or trilingual individuals (is a plus)

Responsibilities

Supervise a range of levels within several small group settings
Implement TPRS, songs, art, among others
Implement a sequence curriculum to include all four pillars of language learning: listening, speaking, reading, writing as well as presentation, and intercultural knowledge
Facilitate positive classroom management strategies
Use developmentally appropriate technology relevant to teaching Languages
Work collaboratively with colleagues as a team
Additional duties as assigned
Plan a classroom curriculum that meets school standards
Encourage the development of students’ critical thinking skills
Prepare any necessary learning materials
Assign homework
Take attendance
Grade assignments and provide feedback
Document students’ learning progress
Collaborate with other teachers and school personnel to create a healthy and safe learning environment
Report and document behavioral incidents