Anticipated Virtual Italian Teacher - Full-Time

Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES; City of Johnstown (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES is seeking a World Language Teacher to inspire students in grades 7-12. Candidates certified in Italian, Chinese, French, Spanish, or ASL are encouraged to apply; instructional settings may be on-site, hybrid, or remote depending on program needs.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging instruction aligned with NYS standards, developing curriculum, integrating technology, monitoring progress, and collaborating with college and industry partners.

Qualifications

• New York State teaching certification in one of Italian, Chinese, French, ASL, or Spanish.
• Familiarity with proficiency-based language instruction and ACTFL standards.
• Experience teaching college-level or dual enrollment courses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and rigorous world language instruction to students in grades 7-12 geared toward real-world language use.
• Teach courses that may include introductory language courses, Checkpoint A and B coursework, and college-level language courses.
• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with New York State Learning Standards and program requirements.
• Utilize instructional technology to support in-person, hybrid, and/or remote learning environments.
• Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback to students and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues, college partners, and industry partners to support program goals.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning, and other school activities as appropriate to assigned FTE.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Instructional technology skills

Experience teaching secondary students

Online or hybrid instruction

Education

New York State teaching certification (5-9, 7-12) in Italian/Chinese/French/ASL/Spanish

Job description

World Language Teacher

HFM PTECH is seeking dynamic and student-centered World Language Teachers to join our organization. We are interested in candidates certified to teach Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Mandarin), French, or American Sign Language (ASL).

This position offers considerable flexibility, including opportunities for on-site, hybrid, or fully remote instruction based on program needs and candidate qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and rigorous world language instruction to students in grades 7-12 that is geared toward the use of language in the real world.

• Teach courses that may include introductory language courses, Checkpoint A and Checkpoint B coursework, and college-level language courses.

• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with New York State Learning Standards and program requirements.

• Utilize instructional technology to support in-person, hybrid, and/or remote learning environments.

• Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback to students and families.

• Collaborate with colleagues, college partners, and industry partners to support program goals.

• Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning, and other school activities as appropriate to assigned FTE.

Assignment

• Work location may be: HFM PTECH Main Campus, Hybrid, Fully Remote

Assignment structure will be based on student enrollment, scheduling needs, and candidate qualifications.

Salary

*Salary commensurate with experienceand in accordance with the HFM BOCES Teachers' Association contract.

Valid New York State teaching certification in one of the following areas:

• Italian (5-9, 7-12)
• Chinese (5-9, 7-12)
• French (5-9, 7-12)
• American Sign Language (5-9, 7-12)
• Spanish (5-9, 7-12)

• Demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusive educational practices.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and instructional technology skills.

• Experience teaching secondary students.
• Experience with online or hybrid instruction.
• Familiarity with proficiency-based language instruction and ACTFL standards.
• Experience teaching college-level or dual enrollment courses.

TEACH Clearance

Per Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required. Formal job offer/selection is contingent on ability to obtain a fingerprint security clearance through the TEACH system prior to working.For more information: http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tsei/ospra/.

Equal Opportunity / Non-Discrimination

HFM BOCES is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, admissions and employment. HFM BOCES does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the BOCES non-discrimination policies should be directed to Dr. Aaron Bochniak ([e-mail]), Deputy Superintendent, [phone], HFM BOCES, 2755 State Highway 67, Johnstown, NY 12095. Inquiries may also be addressed to the Office for Civil Rights at the US Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, 646-428-3800, [e-mail]. (Revised 9/2020).