Spanish Teacher

Kingsbury Country Day School; Oxford Charter Township (MI); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Kingsbury Country Day School in Oxford Charter Township, MI, offers a student enrichment teaching role focused on delivering a first-class learning experience. The position emphasizes inclusive instruction, high expectations, and the development of critical thinking and citizenship.

The role requires Michigan teaching certification, experience in the subject area, and adept use of educational technology to support instruction and assessment.

Formación

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with endorsements in appropriate grade/subject levels (No Child Left Behind).
• Experience as a teacher in the specific area of focus.
• Knowledge of working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to use technology as an instructional tool and for data analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Responsabilidades

• Accepts responsibility for student achievement.
• Guides learning toward curriculum goals and personal learning plans.
• Demonstrates effective planning and organization for instruction.
• Selects materials and adapts to learning styles and abilities.
• Uses differentiated instruction and creative methods.
• Motivates students to perform at high levels with engaging activities.
• Communicates with parents/guardians and builds confidence.
• Administers standardized and local assessments with integrity.

Conocimientos

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Assessment & feedback

Communication

Educación

Michigan teaching certificate (endorsements)

Endorsements in appropriate grade/subject

Herramientas

Education technology tools

Descripción del empleo

About the role

To provide students with a first class learning experience with this student enrichment program that contributes to their development as enlightened and responsible citizens and as leaders in their communities. Teachers strive to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued, motivated, and challenged. They aim to foster a love for learning, encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and provide the necessary guidance and resources for students to succeed.

What you’ll do

Curriculum and Instruction:

• Accepts responsibility for the achievement of students.
• Guides the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and implementation of personal learning plans of students.
• Demonstrates effective planning and organization for instruction.
• Selects appropriate materials for implementation of the curriculum and adapts materials and methods to the learning styles and abilities of students.
• Uses creative instructional methods, including differentiated instruction, and procedures and adapts effectively to unusual situations.
• Motivates students to achieve at their highest level of ability and potential through classroom activities, assignments, relationships, participation, and feedback; holds high expectations and demonstrates sensitivity to different learning styles.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy, and the community.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, which include the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communicating, an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression, and student and teacher experiences in large and small groups.
• Administers standardized and local assessments while maintaining a high level of testing integrity.

Classroom Management:

• Works cooperatively with parents/guardians and generates parents/guardians’ confidence in the teacher.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through one’s actions as a role model.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual children, and the development of responsible citizenship.
• Understands, communicates, and enforces the Student Code of Conduct.

Student Recruitment and Retention:

• Shares responsibility for marketing the Academy in the community.
• Participates in events in the community to positively promote the Academy.

Professional Development:

• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and the conditions of success.
• Uses technology effectively for instruction, record keeping, communication and other administrative tasks.
• Shares responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to the operation of the Academy.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional and ethical principles.
• Continually strives to improve classroom methods, teaching techniques, and interpersonal relationships.
• Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the Academy.
• Displays pride in being a teacher and a member of the Academy.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the school leader.

Facilities:

• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness and safety of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with endorsements in appropriate grade and subject levels, meeting the highly qualified requirements of No Child Left Behind Act.
• Experience as a teacher in the specific area of focus.

Desired Requirements:

• Knowledge and skills working with students from all backgrounds.
• Able to use technology as an instructional tool in the classroom, as a means of analyzing academic achievement data, and as a tool to aid effective communications.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

About Choice Schools Associates

Kingsbury Country Day School (KCDS) is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent’s office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, KCDS is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

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