High School Spanish Teacher

Graded - The American School of São Paulo; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An international school in São Paulo is seeking a Spanish teacher dedicated to developing students' linguistic and cultural skills. Responsibilities include effective lesson planning, classroom management, collaboration with staff, and positive engagement with families. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Spanish or a related field and possess a valid teaching certification. Experience with IB programs and diverse learning contexts is preferred, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field required.
• Valid teaching certification / license is necessary.
• IB training and certification are required.

Responsabilidades

• Communicate regularly with team members about planning and student engagement.
• Collaborate to support students’ emotional and academic growth.
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain records of student progress.
• Participate in school events and community activities.

Conhecimentos

Differentiation for diverse learners

Understanding of inquiry-based learning

Familiarity with Spanish literature and culture

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Spanish or related field

Valid teaching certification

IB training and certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Primary Purpose of the Position

To plan and deliver effective Spanish language instruction that supports students’ linguistic, cultural, and academic development, while fostering their social and emotional growth. The teacher will collaborate with colleagues, engage with families, and contribute to the school community to promote a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate and liaise regularly with fellow Spanish and World Language team members regarding planning, assessment, parent communication, curriculum development, and classroom issues such as behavior and student engagement.
• Collaborate with other school colleagues to support students’ social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Take an active role in classroom management and positive behavioral support.
• Attend and contribute constructively to department and staff meetings.
• Supervise students during breaks or transitions, as assigned.
• Coordinate and lead class activities, language-learning projects, or cultural experiences as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, lesson planning, assessment, reporting, and parent communication.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with families to keep them informed of student progress and classroom expectations.
• Participate in and support school-wide events, language fairs, international celebrations, and other community activities.

Certifications and Education – Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification / license.
• IB training and certification.

Desired

• Master’s degree in Language or related discipline.

Experience

• Experience teaching Spanish at the high school level.
• Professional experience teaching IB Language A: Language & Literature or Literature, with a strong understanding of DP standards, assessment criteria, and internal/external moderation processes.

Desired

• Experience teaching in international or multicultural contexts.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning profiles in rigorous academic settings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive familiarity with the literature, culture, and academic conventions of the Spanish-speaking world, grounded in lived experience.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for all learners.
• Understanding of inquiry.
• Understanding of Competencies based learning.
• Experience with moderation of assessments in a collaborative setting.