Spanish Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Ripley (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Ripley, Tennessee, seeks a Spanish Teacher to provide quality instruction and promote student growth and development. The role involves creating lesson plans that meet curriculum standards, assessing student learning, and fostering a positive classroom environment. Candidates should hold a valid teaching license and have a Bachelor’s degree. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role. The position entails collaboration with staff and involvement in extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Ability to manage student behavior effectively.
• Experience in student teaching or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans based on district curriculum.
• Conduct assessments of student learning styles.
• Manage classroom environment conducive to learning.

Skills

Knowledge of core academic subject

Ability to instruct students

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Valid Tennessee teaching license

Job description

Spanish Teacher

Lauderdale County School District, Ripley High School – Ripley, Tennessee.

Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. This position will spend Semester 1 at RHS and Semester 2 at HHS.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, Valid Tennessee teaching license, Applicable endorsement for subject area if required, Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of core academic subject assigned, Knowledge of curriculum and instruction, Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior, Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience: Student teaching, approved internship, or related work experience.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the State Board of Education, board policies, and administrative procedures.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other Responsibilities

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.