About the Role
Wye River Upper School is now reviewing applications for a talented and innovative Spanish language educator. We are looking for a candidate who is committed to cultivating an exceptional academic experience for students with learning differences. This educator is a collaborator in an innovative and dynamic educational community. The candidate of choice applies a growth mindset both personally and professionally; they inspire others to do the same through optimism, flexibility and teamwork. The selected candidate should have a desire to contribute to the school community by sharing their passions and participating in school functions, professional development, field trips, and other special activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Spanish, teaching, or related field.
- Teacher certificate in secondary education preferred or demonstrated teaching skills and experience
- Experience working with special education populations is a plus, Certificate in Special Education a plus, though not required
- Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills
- Comfortable working with technology including a 1:1 laptop program, google applications, and an online learning management system
- Genuine excitement for and the ability to work with upper middle and high school students
Professional Responsibilities
- Teaches multiple sections of Spanish courses which may include grades 8-12
- Plans for unique, project-based, and student-centered learning
- Contributes to the Spanish curriculum by providing information and commentary pertinent to course content considerations
- Collaborates with other Language teachers on staff
- Creates, collaborates, and analyzes authentic student data to drive instruction
- Establishes Spanish course outlines and objectives by following curriculum guidelines, and state and school system goals
- Assesses student work by preparing, administering, and scoring tests; reviewing and correcting written assignments; evaluating student learning
- Involves parents in student development by providing information and comments
regarding academic and social progress; suggesting available educational and social improvement resources; addressing parent concerns; answering questions and requests
- Maintains classroom order by establishing rules and procedures for student participation and movement, adhering to rules for a clean, safe, and healthy environment
- Maintains student records by documenting learning accomplishments, attendance and behavior
- Participates in school meetings, professional development, field trips, and special activities
- Demonstrates a commitment to student learning, and personal growth, and embraces a growth mindset through daily actions and attitude
- Partakes in off-site experiential trips which may include an overnight experience
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to NicoleSophocles@wyeriverupperschool.org