Spanish Language Teacher: Cultivate Global Perspectives

Danbury Public Schools CT; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Danbury Public Schools in western Connecticut seeks a qualified Spanish teacher for secondary World Language instruction. You will foster speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish while expanding global perspectives and maintaining an inclusive classroom.

Collaborate with colleagues, implement differentiated instruction, assess student progress, and communicate with families. Salary is determined by the district's collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• Active CT World Language Spanish Certification is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Education or Spanish, Master’s preferred.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural or urban educational settings.
• Experience with team teaching and collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program.
• Set clear expectations and routines.
• Manage the classroom and student behavior.
• Prepare lesson plans that address objectives.
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge in Spanish.
• Maintain accurate records and assess progress.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Differentiate instruction for all learners.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning.
• Demonstrate effective teaching methods for secondary world language.

Skills

Adolescent learners

Culturally responsive learning

Oral and written communication

Active listening & collaboration

Organization & problem-solving

Teaching experience preferred

Education

CT World Language Spanish Certification

Bachelor's in Education or Spanish

Master's preferred

Job description

Danbury Public Schools in western Connecticut seeks a qualified Spanish teacher for secondary World Language instruction. You will foster speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish while expanding global perspectives and maintaining an inclusive classroom.

Collaborate with colleagues, implement differentiated instruction, assess student progress, and communicate with families. Salary is determined by the district's collective bargaining agreement.