Upward Bound - Foreign Language - Spanish Instructor

University of Arkansas•Pine Bluff, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Upward Bound Foreign Language - Spanish Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering engaging and innovative foreign language lessons to high school students. This role focuses on developing students' communication and comprehension skills in Spanish, covering core concepts such as vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, conversation, and reading comprehension. The instructor will teach foundational language skills, integrate interactive strategies like role-playing and cultural discussions, and introduce students to global perspectives. Key aspects include encouraging language practice, designing activities to build confidence, assessing student progress, and providing constructive feedback. The instructor is expected to maintain a structured, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment, keep accurate records, collaborate with TRIO Upward Bound staff, and serve as a positive mentor to foster global awareness and academic curiosity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Language, Secondary Education, or a related field required.
Current state certification to teach High School Foreign Language required.
Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
Ability to create innovative, engaging, and student-centered lessons.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, including first-generation and underrepresented students.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching high school foreign language courses

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging and innovative foreign language lessons that support students’ communication and comprehension skills.
Provide instruction in core high school foreign language concepts, including vocabulary development, pronunciation, grammar, conversation, and reading comprehension.
Teach foundational language skills such as sentence structure, verb conjugation, listening comprehension, and conversational dialogue.
Integrate interactive and fun instructional strategies such as role-playing, language games, cultural discussions, storytelling, music, and multimedia activities.
Incorporate lessons that introduce students to cultural traditions, global perspectives, and the importance of multilingual communication in today’s world.
Encourage students to practice language skills through group discussions, presentations, and conversational activities.
Design classroom activities that promote confidence in speaking and understanding a foreign language.
Assess student progress through participation, assignments, presentations, and classroom activities.
Provide constructive feedback to support improvement in language comprehension and communication.
Maintain a structured, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that supports active learning.
Maintain accurate records of attendance and student progress.
Collaborate with TRIO Upward Bound staff to support student academic success and program goals.
Participate in staff meetings and program activities as required.
Serve as a positive mentor and role model, encouraging students to develop global awareness and academic curiosity.