Engaging High School Spanish Language Teacher

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuscaloosa City Schools seeks a High School Teacher to facilitate understanding and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors for developing responsible members of society.

Required are a B.S. degree and Alabama teaching certification; candidates must meet 'highly qualified' criteria under NCLB and suitability under Alabama Child Protection Act. The position emphasizes student growth, effective instruction, and professional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the relevant instructional area.
• Teaching certification required by Alabama DOE.
• Meets 'highly qualified' criteria per NCLB.
• Meets suitability criteria under Alabama Child Protection Act and Act No. 2002-457.
• Alternative qualifications may be considered by the Board.

Responsibilities

• Assesses student abilities relative to goals.
• Develops and implements instruction aligned to state courses.
• Plans and uses diverse instructional strategies.
• Manages classroom behavior.
• Communicates progress to students and parents.
• Assesses student achievement and maintains records.
• Collaborates with staff on instructional goals.
• Participates in professional development.
• Ensures a healthy, safe learning environment.
• Maintains confidentiality of student records.
• Maintains valid Alabama teaching certificate and renews as required.
• Attends work and complies with policies.
• Takes leave per Board policy.
• Assumes other duties as assigned.

Skills

Content knowledge

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Communication

Technology use in instruction

Education

Bachelor of Science in instructional area

Alabama Teaching Certification

NCLB Highly Qualified criteria

Job description

Tuscaloosa City Schools seeks a High School Teacher to facilitate understanding and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors for developing responsible members of society.

Required are a B.S. degree and Alabama teaching certification; candidates must meet 'highly qualified' criteria under NCLB and suitability under Alabama Child Protection Act. The position emphasizes student growth, effective instruction, and professional collaboration.