Elementary Spanish Teacher

The Catholic Diocese of Trenton; Middletown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Catholic Diocese of Trenton invites applications for a Spanish Teacher (grades 3rd–6th). The ideal candidate holds a New Jersey Teaching Certificate or CE with a subject specialization in Spanish and a degree in Spanish. Fluency in Spanish and excellent references are essential.

The role emphasizes curriculum-aligned instruction, culture education, and collaboration with staff and families. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, using appropriate instructional tools, assessing

Qualifications

• NJ Teaching Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility (CE)
• Subject Matter Specialization in Spanish
• Bachelor’s Degree or Graduate degree preferably in Spanish
• Excellent references
• Fluency in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the Diocesan curriculum
• Plan and use effective instructional strategies and materials for diverse learners
• Educate students on the culture and history of Spanish-speaking countries
• Use age-appropriate teaching tools and technology to teach reading, writing, and speaking Spanish
• Create age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities
• Set tasks and challenges for assessments
• Foster intellectual curiosity and creativity
• Monitor and evaluate student performance and maintain records
• Establish consistent routines and collaborate with colleagues
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and administration
• Model professional and Christian behavior with integrity
• Participate in in-service programs and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration

Skills

Spanish teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Curriculum alignment

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's or graduate degree in Spanish

Teacher certification preferred

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Spanish Teacher (Grades 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th,)

Qualifications

• New Jersey Teaching Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility (CE)
• Subject Matter Specialization in Spanish
• Bachelor’s Degree or Graduate degree preferably in Spanish
• Excellent references
• Fluency in Spanish

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of Diocesan curriculum and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Educate students on the culture and history of countries that speak Spanish.
• Use a variety of age appropriate teaching tools for the purpose of teaching students to read, write, and speak Spanish including special equipment, and instructional technology as appropriate.
• Create age appropriate lesson plans and prepare classroom activities.
• Set appropriate tasks and challenges for assessments.
• Foster and encourage intellectual curiosity and creativity.
• Monitor and evaluate student performance and maintain student records.
• Establish and maintain consistent routines.
• Participate in in-service programs as needed and attend faculty/staff meetings as assigned by administration.
• Communicate and relate well with parents/guardians, administration, colleagues, and others through written and oral communication.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, administration, and staff.
• Model professional and Christian behavior and demonstrate the morals and values contained in the Gospels including discretion, judgment, and integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration and its representatives.

Physical Demands

• Stand for most of the day.
• Sit with and lean over students, as well as bend, crouch, stoop, kneel and crawl to assist individuals as permitted by social distancing regulations.
• Balance and walk around the classrooms. Reach out and above with hands and arms, up to interactive white board and bulletin board height.
• Reach out and above with hands and arms; up to interactive white board and bulletin board height.
• Climb stairs and/or use an elevator.
• Push or pull carts with educational equipment.
• Climb or stand on a short ladder.
• Manipulate educational tools such as scissors, hole punchers, tactile materials when appropriate.
• Verbalize, listen, hear, and see including close vision.