Spanish Teacher

Michigan Association of School Boards; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools in Portland, MI seeks an innovative Spanish Teacher to deliver engaging, standards-based instruction and to support PBIS/MTSS within a collaborative district.

The ideal candidate holds a Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Spanish Endorsement FF and a Bachelor's degree or higher, demonstrates data-driven planning, fosters positive relationships with students, families and colleagues, and is willing to contribute to extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 01/Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Spanish Endorsement, FF
• Strong knowledge of content standards and Common Core
• Ability to use assessments and data to drive instruction
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, parents
• Willingness to contribute to a safe, high-expectation school climate

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish to secondary students
• Collaborate with building principal and staff
• Undertake extracurricular assignments
• Contribute to PBIS/MTSS initiatives
• Use technology in teaching and learning

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

PBIS MTSS training

Tech integration

Special needs experience

Extracurricular willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan Spanish Endorsement FF

Common Core knowledge

Job description

Deadline: December 31, 2026
District/Organization: Portland Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time

Portland Public Schools' seeks an innovative and passionate spanish professional to join our team. Our district is collaborative and committed to supporting staff growth, instructional innovation, and positive outcomes for every student.

The desired candidate would possess the following attributes:

• Exceptional communication, analysis, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Understanding of, or demonstrated training in, PBIS and MTSS initiatives
• Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor
• Impeccable character, a good sense of humor, and compassion for students, families, and staff
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning practices
• Experience in working with special needs students
• Willingness to undertake extra-curricular assignments

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Spanish Endorsements, FF
• Strong base in the subject area content, common core standards
• Ability to use assessments and student data to drive meaningful instruction
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and district colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes
• Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration, high staff and student morale, and positive community involvement
• Title: Spanish Teacher
• Reports to: Building Principal
• Calendar: As per District Calendar and PEA contract
• Compensation: In accordance with PEA contract

Portland High School

Portland, MI 48875

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