26/27 Spanish Language & Culture Enrichment Facilitator, Park and Florida Mesa Elementary Schools, 1

Durango School District 9-R; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Employee housing available

Job summary

Durango School District 9-R invites applications for a Spanish Language & Culture Enrichment Lesson Facilitator to deliver supplemental enrichment instruction at Park and Florida Mesa Elementary for the 2026/2027 school year. The role supports a licensed teacher in a collaborative, inclusive classroom environment.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, Spanish proficiency, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED; substitute authorization required.
• Spanish proficiency and ability to connect language with culture.
• Strong interpersonal and classroom management skills; respect for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assess supplemental enrichment lessons in Spanish and culture.
• Assist the licensed teacher in supervising students and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs and promote equity.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, parents, staff and community.

Skills

Spanish proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Classroom management

Cultural connection

Safety awareness

504 plans

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Colorado Substitute Authorization

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student Information Systems

Microcomputers

Job description

Durango School District is accepting applications for a Spanish Language & Culture Enrichment Facilitator to deliver Spanish supplemental enrichment instruciton to students at Park and Florida Mesa Elementary Schools for the 2026/2027 school year. Includes full benefits. Starts as soon as possible.

For the 26/27 SY, this position includes an $1,800 one-time bonus for staff newly hired to the school district who begin their position by October 1, 2026! (pro-rated for late start)

Employee workforce housing available in the 2026/2027 school year!

Job Title:

Spanish Language & Culture Enrichment Lesson Facilitator

Pay Grade:

ESP Salary Schedule

Job Family:

Education Support

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Department:

School

Prepared Date:

8/9/23

Typical Work Year:

9 months

SUMMARY

Plan instruction and assessment for supplemental enrichment lessons in Spanish language (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and culture. Assist the licensed teacher in supervising students during enrichment lessons and in maintaining a positive learning environment. Work with the licensed teacher to adapt enrichment lessons to meet the individual learning needs of all students. Maintain positive inter-personal relationships with students, parents, sta? and community members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability Utilize e?ective teaching strategies to teach supplemental enrichment lessons in Spanish language (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and culture. Work with the licensed teacher to modify and tailor the enrichment lessons as necessary to address individual student di?erences, learning styles, and student abilities.

• Implement supplemental enrichment lessons that directly connect the learning of the Spanish language to the cultures associated with Spanish language.
• Utilize identi?ed computer based language acquisition programs to assist in lesson facilitation. Set up students within the programs and maintain their pro?les within the computer based programs.
• Maintain an orderly, positive learning environment free from disruptive behavior by implementing the proactive classroom management strategies the licensed teacher has established for the classroom.
• Follow the safety instruction for students when the subject, activities, chemicals, product, tools and/or equipment pose possible harm or injury to students including use of personal protective devices (protective eye devices, safe clothing) and assure that students adhere to safety requirements.
• Model, promote, and as situations arise, take the opportunity to provide instruction related to character education including citizenship and responsible behavior (respect for self, other and property), bullying prevention, con?ict resolution skills, and responsible work habits and ethics.
• Engage in professional learning and utilize feedback from peer and administrative observations to re?ect and continually grow professionally.
• Be familiar with and abide by all applicable Federal and Colorado laws and regulations; Board of Education policies and District Regulations, as amended from time to time; school procedures that relate to employment with the District.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Assure the safety and welfare of students including necessary actions to insure that students are supervised at all times.
• Demonstrate faithfulness and promptness in attendance at work.
• Submit required reports promptly at the times specified.
• Demonstrate care of and protection of School District property
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by law.
• Use the District's internet and E-mail system as specified in Policy.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent or their designees.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

Experience working with youth and facilitating lessons is preferred but may not be necessary for hiring. Advanced ability to connect the learning of the language with the learning of the culture.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS

Minimum requirement is a Colorado Substitute Authorization from the Colorado Department of Education. Ability to demonstrate profciency in the Spanish language in speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Technical Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal relations and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with students with diverse needs at various levels.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to promote and follow Board and District policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to implement 504's and behavior support plans.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Microcomputers and general office equipment.
• Microsoft Office applications.
• Student Information Systems.

Durango School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Laura Galido, Compliance Officer, Durango School District, 281 Sawyer Drive, Suite 100, Durango, CO 81303, [phone], [e-mail], or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 Spear Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, [phone].