Special Education Teacher

MEMSPA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 5% company contribution

Life, AD&D, STD, LTD fully paid

Voluntary Plans Available

Job summary

NexTech High School in Grand Rapids is seeking a passionate and dedicated Spanish Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will inspire students through engaging lessons and a dynamic learning environment while fostering a love for the Spanish language and culture.

The teacher will develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum, assess student progress, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Spanish, Linguistics, or related field.
• Valid Michigan secondary teaching certificate with endorsement.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English, with strong communication skills.
• Experience with diverse urban environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality Spanish language instruction.
• Incorporate cultural activities and resources to enhance language learning.
• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.
• Develop assessments and monitor student performance through tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the mission of the institution.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

Proficiency in Spanish and English

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Spanish, Linguistics, or related field

Master’s degree is a plus

Job description

Deadline: January 4, 2027
District/Organization: NexTech High School of Grand Rapids
Position/Type: Teacher, full time

NexTech High School in Grand Rapids is currently hiring aSpanish Teacher. Michigan teaching certificate required with endorsement.

Are you an educational dreamer, believing all students will be inspired learners in the right environment? Are you looking to transform yourself, the students you will serve, as well as the broader educational landscape? Do you want to join a passionate and collaborative faculty who continuously strive to make a better school? Blended learning is the cutting-edge combination of face-to-face and online learning that provides students with a “greater than the sum of its parts” educational experience.

Working from NexTech High School, the certified teacher will support students in a face-to-face setting utilizing an online curriculum to provide content area instruction as well as mentoring a small group toward graduation and life throughout their high school career. The teacher will actively facilitate whole group, small group, and individualized instruction to students, based on need. All instruction will support, and be aligned, with the students’ online curriculum and the Common Core State Standards.

At NexTech High School, Grand Rapids, teachers, and students spend their day in an open environment that was specifically designed to mirror a more contemporary office environment while supporting student instructional needs. NexTech embraces the Small Schools Initiative, serving approximately 150 students who work closely with a teacher-advisor to monitor their progress and tailor their school experience to meet their individual needs, interests, and life circumstances.

We are looking for talented, collaborative, and reform-minded educators who are passionate about teaching and creating an environment where everyone can achieve at high levels. Strong candidates should embody the following characteristics:

• Highly qualified and certified in secondary education in Michigan.
• Equally passionate about content area and educating teenagers
• Experience and demonstrated interest in working with youth (both strivers and strugglers) in a diverse urban environment
• Experience working in a school or other educational environment
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Customer focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in an innovative, fast-paced environment
• Team player track record
• Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing
• Ability to work remotely, if necessary

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Spanish Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will inspire students through engaging lessons and a dynamic learning environment while fostering a love for the Spanish language and culture. The Spanish Teacher will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive curriculum, assessing student progress, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality Spanish language instruction to students
• Incorporate cultural activities and resources to enhance language learning and promote an appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures.
• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet the curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.
• Develop assessments and monitor student performance through various methods, including tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and participate in ongoing professional development initiatives.
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff
• Regular and predictable attendance

Cognitive Demands

• Supervision of multiple students at once
• Establishing routines and procedures
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment
• Create and implement instructional plans
• Participate in continuous professional development
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs
• Stand and walk frequently
• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat
• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year
• Withstand a moderate noise level
• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary
• Assist/lift students, as necessary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Spanish, Linguistics, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan for secondary education with an endorsement in the subject.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities.

Company Benefits

• 5% 401(k) company contribution
• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer
• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on NexTech High School, please visit our website at https://www.nextechhigh.org/

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