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Job Description:

Job Summary:

The candidate will be capable of teaching German in grades 3-8. 

Responsibilities:  

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across faculties and departments, as well as parents, administrators, and other members of the school staff.
• Exhibit knowledge and competence in a broad range of pedagogical techniques and best practices in world language instruction, including the use of technology in the world language classroom.
• Full-time teachers are expected to work full-time hours and the required number of days as stipulated in the Faculty Association contract. All teachers are expected to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• The anticipated start date for this position is 9/1/2023.
• This is a substitute position from 9/21/2023 to 10/16/2023.

Competencies:  

• Quickly adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in working with students.
• Interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents required.
• Analytical skills required.
• Problem-solving skills required.
• Decision-making skills required.
• Attention to detail required.
• Organizational skills required.
• Computational skills required.
• Creativity required.
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills required.
• Work independently and as part of a team required.
• Manage stressful situations required.
• Maintain confidentiality required.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet the deadlines required.

Education, Experience or Certifications:

Education: 

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Advanced degree preferred. 

Experience:   

• At least two years of experience teaching World Languages in primary or middle school education required.
• Fluency in German required.
• Fluency in English required.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion issues, and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students.
• Strong knowledge of course subject matter required.
• Knowledge of instructional methodologies required.
• Strong knowledge of child development is required.
• Develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools required.
• Use standard productivity software (Microsoft Office, calendar/scheduling software, etc.) required.

 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Move in and around the classroom/building to interact with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other members of the community.
• Move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property.
• When appropriate, escort children from one classroom to another, in and out of the building during arrival and dismissal, and in an emergency situation.
• Demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Professional References Contact Information (3)

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