Spanish Teacher

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking a Spanish Teacher for Community High School / Pathways to Success. The role requires proficiency in Spanish and teaching certification, as you will teach and guide students following a District approved curriculum.

Your responsibilities will include planning educational programs, evaluating student progress, and maintaining a conducive learning environment. Apply online at a2schools.org with required certifications.

Qualifications

• Must communicate proficiently in Spanish and English.
• Possess a valid Michigan teacher certification.
• Experience in dual core subject areas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach District approved curriculum.
• Plan study programs based on students' needs.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth.

Skills

Proficient communication in Spanish

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor's of Arts degree

Valid secondary Michigan teaching certificate with FF Endorsement

Job description

Position Title

Spanish Teacher

Position Location

Community High School / Pathways to Success

FTE

0.5 Community / 0.5 Pathways (In-Person)

Salary

Teacher Salary Schedule

Reporting Relationship

Building Principal

Qualifications Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's of Arts degree
• Able to proficiently communicate in Spanish both orally and in writing
• Possess a valid secondary Michigan teaching certificate with FF Endorsement
• Dual core subject area certification in ELA preferred

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach District approved curriculum
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicate these objectives to students
• Diagnose the learning disabilities of students
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports
• Conduct parent–teacher conferences for education-related purposes outside the instructional day
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Other duties may be assigned

This is a full-time position, requiring regular reliable and predictable attendance on site to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Language Skills

• Read, analyze and interpret documents such as professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations in Spanish and English
• Write routine reports and correspondence in Spanish and English
• Effectively present information before groups of people in Spanish and English
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Reasoning Ability

• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement

Other Skills and Abilities

• Interact with public and other staff as required
• Apply knowledge of current replicated research and techniques related to sensory issues

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Method of Application

All applicants must complete the online application at a2schools.org -->District Links-->Job Postings. Certified positions only: Copies of an active Michigan Teaching Certificate and college transcripts are required with application packet. Original certificate and certified transcripts are required prior to being hired.