Position Purpose 

The World Language Teacher is responsible for preparing curriculum and teaching world languages to middle and upper school students. 

Essential Functions 

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  Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions using a student-centered learning approach. 

  
  

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  Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, handouts, and project instructions, aligning with the given standards grade level. 

  
  

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  Use myLiberty LMS, Brightspace and Google Drive platforms daily. 

  
  

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  Serve as a mentor to students in our Mentoring Program. 

  
  

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  Write student recommendation letters as requested. 

  
  

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  Use effective classroom management techniques to ensure effective learning. 

  
  

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  Maintain student attendance, grades, and other required records. 

  
  

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  Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction. 

  
  

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  Maintain Rubicon Atlas specific to course content. 

  
  

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  Compile, administer, and grade examinations. 

  
  

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  Maintain contact with students and parents with regular communication. 

  
  

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  Maintain expertise in subject matter through the completion of the Christian Philosophy of Education and Liberty Christian School’s professional development program. 

  
  

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  Implement student-centered teaching pedagogy, including the opportunities for student voice and choice in the classroom. 

  
  

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  Collaborate with colleagues in grades just above and below to maintain vertical alignment. 

  
  

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  Create lesson plans and assessments aligned with the ACTFL standards along with integrating biblical content. 

  
  

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  Always promote and nurture a Christ-centered culture within the classroom and school-wide. 

  
  

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  Attend the department, grade level, and faculty meetings. 

  
  

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  Use information from various sources to make instructional decisions, including MAP Growth data. 

  
  

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  Be available for weekly scheduled tutoring times. 

  
  

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  Communicate with students and parents as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. 

  
  

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  Support extra-curricular activities: TAPPS Academics world language competition as well as world language clubs. 

  
  

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  Fulfill campus responsibilities as assigned. Examples include, but are not limited to, testing center duty, lunchroom duty, detention duty, etc. 

  
  

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  Utilize a blended learning approach based on ACTFL’s standards and conduct classes primarily in target language. 

  
  

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  Incorporate cultural connections and comparisons within thematic units to spark student interest and encouragement. 

  
  

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  Provide students with level-appropriate world language comprehensible input; structure activities and tasks where learners constantly indicate comprehension. 

  
  

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  Maintain language fluency through professional development. 

  
  

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  Develop methods for improvement and /or reinforcing classroom goals. 

  
  

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  Provide annual budgeting suggestions. 

  
  

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  Follow LCS Emergency Preparedness procedures and monitor students in announced or unannounced drills. 

  
  

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  Adhere to the Student Protection Policy (SPP) procedures and trainings. 

  
  

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  Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the school. 

  
  

Qualifications 

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  Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in subject matter preferred. 

  
  

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  Teacher Certification via Association of Christian Schools International completed within the first year. 

  
  

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  State teacher certification required. 

  
  

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  Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Google. 

  
  

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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

  
  

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  Leadership and facilitative skills. 

  
  

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  Christian role model. 

  
  

Physical Requirements and Work Environment  

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  Works in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts. 

  
  

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  May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.  

  
  

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  Regularly use close and distance vision.  

  
  

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  May stand for extended periods of time.  

  
  

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  Works primarily in a traditional climate-controlled office environment.  

  
  

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  Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. 

  
  

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  Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written). 

  
  

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  Ability to instruct and model desirable skills and attitude. 

  
  

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  Ability to remain productive and maintain control under stress.  

  
  

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  Ability to maintain a clear focus on a positive student experience. 

  
  

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  Full-time position, ten-month position August – May.