Spanish Teacher SY 26-27 - Aspire Public Schools, Los Angeles Region

Job Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Spanish Teacher provides high quality instruction in Spanish within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college
Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines
Assess students regularly and analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs
Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices
Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress
Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students’ education
Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged
Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches
Maintain accurate student records including attendance
Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs
Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior
Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum educational and certification level:
Bachelor’s Degree required
Valid Spanish Teaching Credential required
English Language Learner Authorization required 9-12
NCLB Highly Qualified required

Experience required:
1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
Bilingual in Spanish and English

Comments and Other Information

Year salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is $71,007 - $130,303