FOREIGN LANGUAGE (ITALIAN/GERMAN/PORTUGUESE) TEACHER*

Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 47,843 - 58,474; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Miami is seeking a Foreign Language Teacher for German, Italian, and Portuguese. This role involves instructing K-12 students using various teaching methods, maintaining records, and administering tests. Ideal candidates must have teaching certification as specified by the State. The starting salary is $53,159, and the position is full-time with a strong emphasis on academic achievement in a diverse school environment.

Qualifications

• Certification information as specified in State Statutes.
• Professional references must be on letterhead, signed, and dated within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Instructs K-12 students using various teaching methods.
• Prepares and administers tests to evaluate student progress.
• Maintains attendance and grade records.

Skills

Instruction

Assessment

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Education

Certification in Education

Job description

FOREIGN LANGUAGE (ITALIAN/GERMAN/PORTUGUESE) TEACHER*

M-DCPS is an A-rated district, nation’s third largest school system, with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at national and international levels.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5478939
• Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Posted: Dec 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

This is a professional position responsible for the instruction of one or more subjects to K-12 school students.

JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Instructs students, using various teaching methods, including lectures and demonstrations.
2. Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines.
3. Assigns lessons; assesses student's progress including homework assignments; and hears presentations.
4. Prepares and administers tests to evaluate pupil progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress and assigns final grades.
5. Maintains attendance and grade records as required by school.
6. Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.
7. Maintains discipline in the classroom.
8. Meets with parents to discuss pupils' academic, social and behavioral progress.
9. Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and inservice classes.
10. Performs related work as required or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is light work which requires the following physical activities: mobility, reaching, sitting, finger dexterity, lifting, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

As specified in the State Statutes.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

To create your candidate profile, you will need to gather the following:

• Personal information
• Current resume and work history
• Certification information: Please visit M-DCPS - Instructional Certification
• Official SEALED transcripts must be submitted to M-DCPS via one of the following:
  • U.S. Mail addressed to: Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Transcript Desk, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 150, Miami, FL 33132
  • Electronic Mail to: [e-mail]. Use National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or eScrip-Safe to request an electronic transcript via email. Please note that not all colleges/universities participate in the electronic transcript exchange.
• Two professional references: Uploaded references must be on a letterhead or on the District’s Reference Form (Printing T:\\FORMS\\3000\\3506.FRP (dadeschools.net)), have an original signature, and be dated within the last year from current or past supervisors or college professors.

Background Screening for the Selected Candidate (External Candidate): Please click on the link below for information on M-DCPS Employment Standard, Drug Testing and Fingerprinting requirements in order to be hired as an employee. M-DPCS - Personnel Services and Fingerprinting. Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website. This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025), effective 1-1-2026. https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Starting Teacher Salary: $53,159.00* (includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,009). New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary. For more details, please refer to the Newly Hired/Teachers Salary Schedule - Click Here. Please visit Salary Inquiry Request for more information. Click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

• Classroom Teacher > Language: German
• Classroom Teacher > Language: Italian
• Classroom Teacher > Language: Portuguese