High School World Language Teacher
About The Position
The Lansing School District is hiring a World Language Teacher to provide world-class language instruction and experiences to students throughout their time in the District. The teacher will build a safe, nurturing classroom where students can be themselves and collaborate toward shared learning goals. Teachers work alongside colleagues, parents, and students to provide the best educational experience for all students. The District is open to teachers of a variety of languages, including Spanish, French, Japanese, ASL, and Anishinaabemowin. The role involves teaching in a diverse urban school district serving PreK–12 students. The position requires moving around the school building and campus, frequent verbal communication, and regular use of computers and instructional technology. Teachers may stand or walk for extended periods, occasionally bend, reach, or sit on the floor, and lift or carry instructional materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in language education or a related field.
- Alignment with the Lansing School District's mission and values.
Nice To Haves
- Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate with a world language endorsement (e.g., FA, FB, FC, FF, FG, FH, FJ, FK, FL, FN, FR, FS).
- Previous successful teaching experience in an urban setting.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate passion for and expertise in a specific language and its culture.
- Provide world-class instruction.
- Use data to guide instruction and differentiate it effectively.
- Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions.
- Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
