Spanish Teacher

Sylvania; Chautauqua (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a qualified educator to provide instructional services in Washington, focusing on educational equity. Responsibilities include planning courses, maintaining student records, and utilizing differentiated instruction to support all learners. Candidates must possess a valid Washington State certificate and preferably have prior instructional experience. Strong classroom management and communication skills are essential for fostering a productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must have skills to work with diverse students and parents in a productive manner.
• Demonstrated mastery of appropriate subject matter.
• Recent training in instructional theory/methodology is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement courses of instruction to achieve student learning objectives.
• Utilize differentiated instruction to meet diverse learners' needs.
• Maintain appropriate student records including progress and attendance.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Good written and oral communication

Ability to work amiably

Adaptability & flexibility

Education

Valid Washington State certificate with appropriate endorsement

Prior instructional experience

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provide instructional services as assigned including assessment, instruction and evaluation of students with a consistent focus on educational equity.

Posted salary will be prorated for partial FTE positions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan, develop and implement courses of instruction designed to achieve district student learning objectives and course expectations.
• Implement district adopted curricula.
• Develop and modify instructional programs to meet individual needs.
• Utilize effective and culturally appropriate techniques for improving student behavior and managing classroom so as to provide a productive learning environment.
• Provide assistance and guidance to individual students.
• Report regularly to parents and be responsive to parental concerns.
• Maintain appropriate student records, including progress reports and/or daily grades and attendance reports.
• Utilize differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Refer students, when appropriate, for additional support programs.
• Enforce school rules and monitor student behavior in non-classroom settings using equitable and culturally sensitive practices.
• Participate in staff and department meetings.
• Work cooperatively with other staff and administrators.
• Fulfill other job-related responsibilities as assigned

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to and receives direction from Building Principal or Assistant Principal

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Valid Washington State certificate with appropriate endorsement required.
• Prior instructional experience at appropriate grade level preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Teacher must be able to work with students, staff, parents, and other community patrons in an amiable and productive manner.
• Ability to demonstrate good classroom management skills for appropriate grade level.
• Demonstrated mastery of appropriate subject matter.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Recent training in instructional theory/methodology.
• Valid first aid and CPR card preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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 with or without accommodation:

• Mobility & Posture: Frequent standing, walking, and circulating throughout the classroom for extended periods to facilitate instruction and monitor student progress.
• Flexibility & Positioning: Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching to assist students at their desks or to retrieve materials from lower shelves.
• Lifting & Carrying: Ability to lift, carry, or move light to moderate objects typically weighing up to 20 pounds (e.g., stacks of textbooks, instructional materials, or basic classroom equipment).
• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers, interactive whiteboards, AV equipment, and to perform tasks such as writing, typing, and grading.

Sensory Requirements

• Vision: Close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus to read written materials, operate screens, and actively monitor student behavior and engagement across the room.
• Hearing & Speech: Ability to project voice effectively for whole-class instruction, hear and understand speech in a potentially noisy classroom environment, and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

The cognitive and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Organization & Time Management: Strong executive functioning skills to simultaneously manage curriculum pacing, daily lesson planning, grading, and administrative deadlines.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Capacity to pivot instructional strategies in real-time based on student comprehension, classroom dynamics, or unexpected schedule changes.
• Classroom Management & Multitasking: Continuous mental alertness to manage a large group of students (often 20–30+), monitor engagement, and maintain a positive, productive learning environment while delivering instruction.
• Problem‑Solving & Decision Making: Ability to assess academic progress, resolve peer conflicts efficiently, and make quick, sound decisions regarding instructional methods and behavioral interventions.
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills: High emotional intelligence to build rapport with diverse learners, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and navigate interactions with parents or community members.
• Conflict Resolution & Resilience: Ability to maintain a calm, objective, and professional demeanor when addressing challenging situations or dealing with difficult, upset, or angry individuals.