Elementary Bilingual Teacher Pool 2025-2026

Aurora Charter School; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charter school in Canada is seeking an Elementary Bilingual Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves creating a dual-language English/Spanish environment, supporting student growth, and collaborating with families. Candidates must possess a valid teaching license and bilingual proficiency. Join a team dedicated to fostering bilingual leaders and critical thinkers in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required.
• Knowledge of child development and learning.
• Ability to motivate and engage students in the learning process.

Responsibilities

• Create a dual-language classroom environment.
• Plan instruction and design differentiated learning experiences.
• Communicate with students and parents regularly.
• Attend meetings related to IEPs and student progress.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Knowledge of subjects taught

Classroom management

Effective communication

Ability to differentiate instruction

Technology skills

Education

Valid Minnesota teaching license in Elementary Education

Dual Language endorsement

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)

Elementary Bilingual Teacher Pool 2025-2026

Job Description

Job Summary:

At Aurora Charter School, we believe our greatest resource is the people who form our team. The Elementary Bilingual Teacher, under the supervision of the principal, is responsible for creating a dual-language (English/Spanish) classroom environment that ensures the learning and personal growth of every student, motivating students to become bilingual/biliterate leaders, developing critical thinking skills, and becoming environmental stewards.

Grade Levels:

• 2nd Grade
• 4th Grade
• 5th Grade

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teachers must be committed to preserving the mission, vision, and student success profile of the school.
• Create and maintain effective environments for student learning.
• Plan instruction and design differentiated learning experiences for a range of needs and abilities utilizing MN standards.
• Use formative and summative assessments of student learning to drive instruction.
• Collect and analyze student data to improve the school-wide instructional program.
• Collaborate with instructional coaches, students, and families to support the academic and social development of students.
• Communicate and actively build a strong relationship with students and parents/guardians on a regular basis, including leading parent conferences.
• Continually support student behavior with systems for feedback, reflection, and growth, as supported by our PBIS, implemented program.
• Attend IEP and 504 meetings as required for your students.
• Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional activities.
• Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school, including curriculum nights and school events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish), possess a Native to Academic Spanish level if applicable for grade listed.
• Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum differentiation in target languages.
• Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior.
• Able to manage student behavior in a classroom setting.
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form in both targeted languages.
• Able to work well with others in the school community.
• Skilled in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skilled in pacing and differentiating instruction.
• Skilled in motivating and engaging students in the learning process.
• Skilled in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
• Skilled in job-appropriate technology.
• Skilled in critical thinking and planning.

Education and Experience:

• A valid Minnesota teaching license in Elementary Education or the ability to obtain one. Dual Language endorsement is a plus.
• Must be proficient in Native to Academic Spanish as noted in specific grade level listing.
• Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds.
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

ACS provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.