HIGH SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER

East Wake Academy; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

East Wake Academy is seeking a dedicated Teacher to deliver rigorous instruction aligned to state standards. You will organize classrooms, utilize data to differentiate learning, and engage diverse learners while collaborating with staff to improve curriculum and student outcomes.

The position requires NC teaching certification, a four-year degree, and a commitment to the school’s mission and values. Strong communication with families and participation in school activities are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• North Carolina certification in teaching in appropriate grade level(s) or subject area(s).
• Dedication to East Wake Academy’s mission of driving academic excellence, developing strong character.
• Unwavering belief that all students can succeed in the college and career of their choice.
• High level of professionalism.
• Willingness to engage in frequent dialogue and to be relentlessly self-reflective with regard to personal teaching practices.
• Commitment to using assessment data to drive instruction.

Responsibilities

• Design instruction around state standards that is rigorous and is correlated to school-wide and teacher-created learning outcomes.
• Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged.
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• Utilize data to accommodate, differentiate, or modify curriculum.
• Research and use a variety of methods to engage students in the classroom.
• Develop assessments that measure student progress; continuously use formative and summative assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practices.
• Evaluate student progress through the use project based learning and formative assessments.
• Assume responsibility for the progress of all students, including developing intervention plans for students who do not meet instructional goals.
• Develop plans for paraprofessionals providing intervention or enrichment to small groups.
• Provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress; find ways to involve parents/guardians in their child’s education.
• Collaborate with the Principal and Professional Learning Community to develop curriculum and create strategic plans.
• Maintain accurate attendance records in PowerSchool on a daily basis.
• Update grades in PowerSchool on a weekly basis.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support for, East Wake Academy’s mission, vision, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and ethical code of behavior.
• Support and reinforce school procedures (e.g., monitoring of student transitions and dismissal).
• Enforce and model school-wide behavioral expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate entrepreneurship and character development into the curriculum.
• Design and deliver presentations to engage families in their child’s education.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal that support instructional excellence at East Wake Academy.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

North Carolina teaching certification

Job description

About Our School:

East Wake Academy fulfills its mission of maintaining a safe, challenging and creative learning environment. This environment strives to develop character and self-esteem while equipping students with the skills needed for a rigorous curriculum and to thrive in a college preparatory atmosphere producing academic excellence. We are dedicated to instilling the values of academic citizenship by creating relationships with parents, businesses and civic partners. East Wake Academy is committed to building a strong foundation of learning while providing our students the competitive edge to win in tomorrow's world.

Core Accountabilities:

Reporting to the School Principal, an East Wake Academy teacher is an instructional leader who helps each student grow to his or her full potential. Working in collaboration with other teachers, instructional leaders, and school administrators, the Teacher plans, organizes, and implements an appropriate and differentiated instructional program that meets the individual needs of all learners in the classroom.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Dedication to East Wake Academy’s mission of driving academic excellence, developing strong character
• Unwavering belief that all students can succeed in the college and career of their choice
• High level of professionalism
• Willingness to engage in frequent dialogue and to be relentlessly self-reflective with regard to personal teaching practices
• Commitment to using assessment data to drive instruction
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
• North Carolina certification in teaching in appropriate grade level(s) or subject area(s)

Responsibilities:

• Design instruction around state standards that is rigorous and is correlated to school-wide and teacher-created learning outcomes
• Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
• Utilize data to accommodate, differentiate, or modify curriculum
• Research and use a variety of methods to engage students in the classroom
• Develop assessments that measure student progress; continuously use formative and summative assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practices
• Evaluate student progress through the use project based learning and formative assessments
• Assume responsibility for the progress of all students, including developing intervention plans for students who do not meet instructional goals
• Develop plans for paraprofessionals providing intervention or enrichment to small groups
• Provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress; find ways to involve parents/guardians in their child’s education
• Collaborate with the Principal and Professional Learning Community to develop curriculum and create strategic plans
• Maintain accurate attendance records in PowerSchool on a daily basis
• Update grades in PowerSchool on a weekly basis
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support for, East Wake Academy’s mission, vision, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and ethical code of behavior
• Support and reinforce school procedures (e.g., monitoring of student transitions and dismissal)
• Enforce and model school-wide behavioral expectations
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate entrepreneurship and character development into the curriculum
• Design and deliver presentations to engage families in their child’s education
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal that support instructional excellence at East Wake Academy

What you bring to the job:

• Possess a work ethic and personal belief system that aligns with the mission and vision of East Wake Academy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to forge relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community
• Demonstrated organizational and technology skills
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems
• Self-directed with the ability to work both autonomously and in teams

Physical Requirements:

Office Position - Sedentary

See Attached

Physical Job Requirements Position Sheet

Job Title: Teacher

Reports to: Principal

Office Position - Sedentary - Physical Job Requirement Position Sheet not required