Grades 6-8 Spanish Teacher

Position Purpose 
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the Grades 6-8 Spanish Teacher will develop students' knowledge, skills and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. They will also support students in acquiring an understanding and appreciation for Hispanic culture.

Essential Functions

• Develops and teaches Spanish curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. Ellis School's Spanish competencies can be found here.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
• Uses the provided Somos Curriculum materials and curriculum-mapping resources to document and deliver lesson plans, instructional materials and learning experiences.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in the Spanish language, including comprehension, grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, colloquialisms, communication and translation of literature.
• Develops student understanding and appreciation of the cultures of countries where Spanish is the predominant or major means of communication.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws. Regularly updates grades and student progress in Alma, Ellis School's student information system.
• Encourages caregiver involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and caregivers.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially the Middle School Team, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Additional Duties 
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. 
                Note:   The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. 

Equipment 
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. 

Travel Requirements 
Travels to school building and professional meetings as required. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of Spanish, in terms of grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, and literature.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively with students and caregivers.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards 
Works in standard office and school building environments. 
 
Qualifications Profile

• NH State Certification as a Spanish teacher or a comparable certification
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree in related area preferred.

Experience 
Successful prior teaching experience is a plus. 
  
FLSA Status:       Exempt