Spanish Teacher

MEMSPA; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools in Portland, MI is seeking an innovative Spanish Teacher to join our team. The role emphasizes collaboration, instructional innovation, and positive student outcomes within a supportive district framework.

The candidate will contribute to a safe school climate, engage with families, and participate in district calendar and contract provisions. Reporting to the Building Principal, this position offers full-time hours and a pathway to growth within the PEA contract

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Spanish Endorsement, FF.
• Ability to use assessments and student data to drive instruction.
• Ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and district colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

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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