2025-26 Spanish Teacher, 1.0 FTE

Minnetonka Schools; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnetonka Schools is seeking a Secondary Teacher for their Foreign Language/Immersion-Spanish program. The role requires a Minnesota K-12 Spanish Teaching License and fluency in Spanish, with responsibilities including lesson development and student communication. Join a supportive educational environment dedicated to innovative teaching practices.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Benefits

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish required with 'Advanced' rating.
• Experience in immersion programs preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective language instruction and maintain behavior standards.
• Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to students' needs.
• Communicate regularly with parents on student progress.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

English Language Proficiency

Total Physical Response (TPR) methodology

Education

Minnesota K-12 Spanish Teaching License

Job description

Position Type:
Secondary Teaching/ Foreign Language/Immersion-Spanish

Date Posted:
6/6/2025

Location:
Minnetonka High School (MHS)

Date Available:
2025-26 School Year

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Qualifications:

1. MinnesotaK-12 SpanishTeaching License
2. Native or near native fluency in Spanish. (we use the InterviewIQ language assessment tool and require an "Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines).

Compensation:
Click here to view the 2024-25 teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix -a-, Schedule A.
This Position IsMedical andDental Benefit Eligible.

Contract Type:
This position has a split contract of 0.6 FTE Regular and 0.4 FTE Long Term Sub to equal a 1.0 FTE total working assignment

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrate native or near native fluency in Spanish. ("Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guildelines).
2. Demonstrate English Language proficiency to allow communication with parents.
3. Demonstrate successful experience in Total Physical Response (TPR) methdology for teaching in an immersion program.
4. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the District approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
5. Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
6. Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
7. Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records in a timely fashion prepare progress reports.
8. Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
9. Maintain a professional day, as defined by building/and contract.
10. Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
11. Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
12. Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
13. Participate in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
14. Integration of technology into instruction.
15. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Specific Responsibilities:
1. Collaborative work in a fast-paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
2. Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.
3. Respond in emergency situations.
4. Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
5. May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
6. May provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals.

Knowledge and Skills:
1.Demonstrated successful experience in an immersion program preferred.
2. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
3. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
4. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
5. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
6. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
7. Effectively communicate and have interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Hiring Administrators:
Anjie Flowers, General Counsel and Executive Director ofHuman Resources
Jeff Erickson, Principal

Application Procedure:

External Applicants:
Please upload aletter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Minnesota Teacher license information with your online application.

Internal Applicants:
Current educatorsdo notneed to attach letters of recommendation or transcripts