Upper School Spanish Faculty

REDLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL•Redlands, CA

3d•$48,802 - $85,194•Onsite

About The Position

Instructs students in multiple subjects by performing essential teaching duties in Spanish, assuring that the mission of the schools is supported. Commits to professional growth within best practices in the dual-language immersion classroom. Models a servant’s heart and promotes an attitude of respect, teamwork and professionalism by speaking well of other faculty and staff members; supports our entire school system-lower school, middle school, upper school; prays for and with other faculty and staff; encourages others in Godly living and excellence; lovingly holds others accountable; actively pursues ways to encourage members of the schools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Spanish or related field from four-year college or university and one to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience; or fifth year college or university program certificate or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent of education and experience; valid teaching credential.
A certified teaching credential is required. A combination of education and experience may be considered by the administration in lieu of a credential, dependent upon the teacher’s department and duties.
Profess a personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
Maintain a positive Christian testimony
Be involved in a local church of like faith and practice, consistent with the RCS Statement of Faith
Must have an Advanced-High+ proficiency in Spanish (C1 and above) and seek to continue to develop their biliteracy
Agree with and adhere to the employee handbook
Use strong communication skills both oral and written
Work comfortably with people and engage in substantive conversation
Work diligently and independently and make judgments with minimal supervision
Problem solve and take the right steps in seeking professional support when needed
Ability to use technology; computers, Google Suite, Microsoft Office software, copy machines, manage student licenses online, enter grades and scores on various platforms, etc…
Models a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ in speech, actions, and attitudes
Integrates their faith, Christ, and God’s word into classroom lessons
Shows support for the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children’s education and partners with them in that task
Prays for and with other faculty and staff; encourages others in Godly living and excellence; lovingly holds others accountable; actively pursuing ways to encourage members of the school
Demonstrates mastery of the subject matter
Uses valid teaching techniques to achieve curricular goals and promote student learning
Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to do his or her best work while preparing him or her for the next level
Uses the maximum amount of class time for instruction
Uses an appropriate amount of homework effectively for drill, review, practicing concepts or project work
Assesses the learning of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Communicates student expectations at the beginning of the year and throughout the year clearly
Uses school-sanctioned tools to post homework and grades regularly as well as communicate important information
Keeps proper discipline in the classroom, on school premises, at school activities
Understands how to reach low-achieving students, providing interventions in the classroom to reach at-risk students
Varies teaching strategies to reach all learning styles
Demonstrates attitude of being a life-long learner
Cooperates with the administration in implementing all policies, procedures and directives governing the operations of the school
Promotes an attitude of respect, teamwork, and professionalism by speaking well to and of other faculty and staff members; supports entire school system
Maintains regular and accurate attendance and grade records
Keeps students, parents, and the administration adequately informed of the deficiencies and gives sufficient notice of failure
Maintains a clean, attractive, and well-ordered classroom
Accepts a share of the responsibility for extra-curricular activities as assigned
Willing to listen to the counsel of administration, colleagues and parents and is teachable
Understands the workflow of the school to know who to report to or get information from when needed
Attends and participates in scheduled devotional, committee, and faculty meetings
Arrives at work on time and stays until the workday is officially complete
Reports to all scheduled supervision duties
Dresses in a professional way that is set apart from students
Responds to parental contact within 24 hours of initial inquiry
Collaborates with other teachers within the system
Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, humility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, and perseverance
Meets everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism
Exercises friendliness and consideration, treating students without partiality
Submits respectfully and is loyal to constituted authority
Develops rapport with students, parents, and staff to promote a positive learning environment
Recognizes the need for good public relations; represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to its constituency and the public.

Nice To Haves

Fifth year college or university program certificate or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent of education and experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrates expertise and mastery of content in the designated Spanish-immersion subjects being taught
Instructs students using best practice teaching methods, demonstrating, and using audiovisual aides and other materials to supplement presentations, all in Spanish
Understands different learning styles and incorporates multiple styles in teaching
Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the school
Assigns appropriate lessons and corrects homework, quizzes, tests, projects, etc. in a timely manner
Administers tests to evaluate student progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress
Uses assessments to direct teaching
Keeps attendance records
Maintains discipline in classroom and demonstrates effective classroom management skills
Communicates with parents to discuss student progress and problems
Participates in faculty meetings and professional development, educational conferences, teacher training workshops, and independent educational study for growth
Collaborates with colleagues to further individual and departmental goals and growth
Seeks out additional support as needed for academic, emotional, spiritual support for students
Performs related duties such as lunch-time and after-school monitoring, small group leadership outside of the classroom, sponsoring activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting courses of study, counseling students in social adjustment and academic problems
Oversees instructional aide if applicable to ensure his or her job description is adhered to.