Elementary Spanish Teacher

SkyView Academy; Highlands Ranch, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PERA

Job summary

SkyView Academy in Highlands Ranch, CO, seeks an Elementary School ES Spanish Teacher to deliver rigorous Spanish instruction aligned with the Classical curriculum. The role involves fostering a culture of high expectations and building strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree and demonstrates expertise in differentiating instruction, leveraging technology, and engaging students through Socratic dialogue.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent in Spanish/education.
• Knowledge and experience teaching Spanish to elementary students.
• Qualified under Colorado Highly Qualified criteria.
• Proficient in technology and digital tools for classrooms.
• Excellent communication skills with students, staff and parents.
• Experience applying Classical teaching methods; strong curricular insights.
• Commitment to SkyView Academy’s whole-school culture and high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with carpool duties as needed and support after-school programs.
• Engage students through Socratic dialogue and differentiated lessons.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Elementary Principal.

Skills

Spanish teaching

Classical teaching methods

Differentiated instruction

Socratic dialogue

Technology proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

# Elementary Spanish TeacherHot JobHighlands Ranch, CO 80130## OverviewPosition TypeP04-Classroom Teacher-K-8## ES Spanish TeacherPosition: ES Spanish TeacherPosition Status: Full-Time Reports To: Lower School PrincipalPosition Class: ExemptContract Days: 184 daysSchedule: M-FSalary/Pay: Staff Compensation & Retention PolicyBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PERAVision Statement: SkyView Academy is committed to preparing students to be lifelong learners and honorable leaders of tomorrow.Mission Statement: SkyView Academy offers a research-based, content-rich liberal arts program with a commitment to foreign language studies and community service. Staff, parents, and students are actively involved in a culture of expectation and support where individuals are respected, valued, and known by the content of their character.Desired Qualifications and Attributes:* Bachelor’s Degree.* Knowledge and experience that support teaching students Spanish. While a degree in Education and/or Spanish is preferable, we welcome applicants who possess the knowledge and skills to facilitate a rigorous curriculum and provide needed support in these courses.* Meet Highly Qualified criteria for the state of Colorado* Proficient in technology* Excellent communication skills* Experience implementing Classical teaching methods;* Passion for working in a whole-school culture that provides an appropriate structure for grades preschool-12;* Commitment to providing high expectations and high levels of support for all students;* The belief that the most effective way to promote student achievement is not through coercion but by building meaningful relationships;* Precise, persuasive, and effective interpersonal communication and writing skills;* Entrepreneurial attitude with solid decision-making skills;* Accountable for their own actions and decisions, as well as comfortable holding others accountable for theirs;* Dedicated to being a respectable leader and role model at the school and within the community* Successful candidates will be exceptional leaders, communicators, and enthusiastic about the SVA charter school mode,l which empowers staff and families, values Core Knowledge, Classical curriculum, foreign language, character education, and service to the community.## QualificationsSVA Elementary School Teachers Will:* Have a deep passion for learning and the subject matter being taught.* Support implementation of the SVA vision & mission, helping set the tone and culture.* Engage students in meaningful Socratic dialog on a consistent basis.* Differentiate instruction to address various learning styles.* Demonstrate effective classroom management and discipline.* Communicate proactively with students, staff, and parents.* Attend Capturing Kids Hearts, a 3-day training, during the summer if hired.* Develop curriculum with assistance from the Elementary Principal and/or faculty.* Understand that student learning is the measure of successful teaching.* Embrace feedback from the administration in a continuous improvement modality.* Implement the SVA standards-based grading policy.* Build appropriate professional relationships with students.* Collaborate with other SVA staff in all aspects of the school.Duties:* Carpool duties as needed in cooperation with other Elementary faculty.* Be involved in the life of the school – Clubs, Sports, Community Service, and/or Character Program.* Other duties as assigned by the Elementary Principal.Send Letter of Interest and Resume to:Human Resources SkyView Academy 6161 Business Center Dr. Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 [e-mail]