Congressional School seeks a Spanish Teacher for the 2021-2022 academic year. The Spanish Teacher is responsible for providing an effective learning environment through planning, organizing, developing, and assessing a comprehensive instructional Spanish program for children in Preschool through Eighth Grade. The Spanish Teacher is knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of children in these age groups and possesses a firm understanding of Spanish language and culture. In addition to the below duties and responsibilities, the Spanish Teacher will be positive, collaborative, innovative, and passionate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, implements, assesses and modifies, as necessary, a dynamic Spanish language program for Primary and Lower School students that aligns with Congressional’s mission, vision, and values
• Uses a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach Spanish language and culture
• Organizes classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities
• Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Assesses students’ knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations and goals
• Actively seeks opportunities for professional development
• Listens and responds to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner
• Actively supports the school philosophy, community, and policies
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, unless native speaker; Master’s degree in education preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching Spanish, preferably in an independent school.
• Fluency and expertise in conversational and written Spanish.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices.
• Strong initiative and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment
• A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset