High School Spanish Teacher

Position Type: High School Teaching/Foreign Language – Spanish Date Posted: 9/30/2025 Location: Mt. Vernon Township High School Date Available: 01/05/2026 High School Spanish Teacher Duties The teacher is responsible for working with administration and colleagues to foster a culture with high expectations for learning and behavior and is founded on the core values of the school. The teacher is responsible for the assessment, planning, and delivery of instruction to an assigned group of students. The teacher is also responsible for creating ownership and collaboration among students, parents, and community to ensure the academic and emotional success of all students. The teacher serves as a model of professional behavior and integrity demonstrating respect for students, families and colleagues. Learning Environment Foster a culture of high expectations for learning and behavior founded on MVTHS’s core values. Use strategies to create a learning community in which students assume responsibility for themselves and one another, participate in decision‑making, work collaboratively and independently, and engage in purposeful learning activities. Instructional Planning Establish clear expectations for learning. Create and select learning materials and experiences appropriate for the discipline and curriculum goals, relevant to the students, and based on students’ prior knowledge and principles of effective instruction. Create multiple learning activities that provide for all learning styles. Use individualized education program (IEP) goals and objectives to plan instruction for students with special needs. Collaborative Relationships Work with colleagues to develop a culture and climate for effective learning. Participate in collaborative decision‑making and problem‑solving with other professionals to achieve success for students. Develop relationships with parents and guardians to acquire an understanding of the students’ lives outside of the school. Work effectively with parents/guardians and community resources to promote students’ learning, explore career opportunities, and promote students’ well‑being. Qualifications Illinois Standard Secondary Teaching License with an endorsement in Spanish. Salary/Benefits Health Insurance, Retirement, and Medical Days How to Apply Applications and resumes can be submitted using the following link: School District Mt. Vernon Township High School ILearn Link ILearn Report Card Link District Report Card Job Posting Date 09/30/2025 Application Deadline until filled Start Date 01/05/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr