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High School Spanish Teacher

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Uncommonschools logoUncommonschools · Camden, NJ
$56K–$80K/yrFull-timeOn-site2w ago
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Responsibilities

  • Instruction:
  • You'll build students' bilingual skills and enhance their understanding of the Spanish language using a curriculum that prepares them for Advanced Placement (AP) and collegiate level coursework.
  • You'll help students gain confidence in navigating print and audio authentic sources.
  • You'll teach students how to build and enhance their foreign language skills--reading, writing, speaking and listening.
  • You'll cultivate students' cultural awareness by helping them learn a new language.
  • You'll share your passion for the Spanish language to build a community of students who are confident in speaking Spanish.
  • You will build students' skill and comfort with engaging in conversation in Spanish.
  • You'll work with the Spanish department to develop academic and engagement goals for students.
  • Data Analysis
  • You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
  • You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.
  • School Culture
  • You'll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
  • You'll partner with students' families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
  • You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
  • You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
  • You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.
  • A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development
  • An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
  • A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
  • Required Experience:
  • A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
  • Academic expertise in Spanish or other related fields of study.
  • Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Benefits

Compensation for this role is between $56,000 to $80,000.Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000.Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).Extensive, best-in-class training and developmentComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)Financial Planning New Jersey Pension programPaid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE .As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and proHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsParental leave

Additional Information

Uncommon High School Spanish teachers work in grade level and content teams to develop students who are global citizens. Our teachers become experts in their course content, and have a keen sense of how to motivate and inspire high school students. Communicating in Spanish is at the heart of all classes. Spanish teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to create an environment where students feel safe expressing themselves in a new language. At the conclusion of high school, students are prepared for academic autonomy and college preparatory work.

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