World Language Teacher (Certified)

The Main Street Academy•College Park, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Main Street Academy (TMSA) is seeking a passionate and fully certified World Language Teacher to serve students in grades K–8. The teacher will plan and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction that promotes language proficiency and cultural competence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong instructional practices in second-language acquisition, integrate technology effectively, and foster a classroom environment that encourages communication, collaboration, and global awareness. This role requires consistent communication with students, staff, and families to support student success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited university (Conferred)
Valid Georgia K–12 World Language teaching certification
Strong knowledge of second-language acquisition theory and instructional best practices
Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish
Demonstrated knowledge of Spanish-speaking cultures
Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work flexible hours to support student and school needs
Must hold or be eligible to hold a Georgia Professional Standards Commission certificate
Experienced in collaborating with teacher teams and adapting work to the needs of colleagues and students
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to utilize technology for communication and instruction
Demonstrate organizational skills and initiative for working with minimal direct supervision
Knowledge and experience using technology for communication, data analysis, gathering and organizing information for presentations
Working knowledge of current research and resources in content areas
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Family Education Rights and Privacy (FERPA) requirements.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES) standards
Plan and implement standards-based world language instruction aligned to Georgia Standards of Excellence
Deliver engaging lessons that build listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency
Provides content-related and appropriate instruction based on TMSA’s curriculum programs
Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction
Nurture an academically rich and positive classroom environment that promotes active scholar learning and development in the subject area
Exhibits knowledge of performance-based instructions and assessment
Communicates responsibly with all students, parents, colleagues, and school leadership
Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephone calls, and sending email/written communications
Works with parents/guardians in all aspects of the student's educational program
Adhere to all SPED, SST, 504, IEP plans and accommodations for scholars
Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent
Accounts for student attendance and punctuality
Follows all county, state, and federal policies, and procedure
Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities
Avoid behaviors that detract from staff morale
Support TMSA goals, initiatives, programs, and processes
Other duties as deemed necessary by the Principal or Assistant Principals