AICE/Honors High School Spanish Teacher - DCSB

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are:

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest ­performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Job Purpose:

To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As a AICE/Honors Spanish Teacher , you will develop lesson plans aligned with established guidelines, fostering effective relationships with students, staff members, and parents. Your role will be to motivate students to develop the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for a strong educational foundation, tailored to each student's abilities, while adhering to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Standards.

Responsibilities:

• In your instructional role, you will plan and implement a Spanish immersion program that aligns with the company's philosophy and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study. You will create purposeful lesson plans that utilize effective teaching strategies to maximize time on task. When presenting subject matter to students, the focus will be on maximizing language acquisition opportunities by incorporating real-world application examples and cultural insights. You will review student records to understand each student's abilities and needs while maintaining accurate and complete documentation.
• Your goal will be to maximize the educational achievement of each student by employing a variety of learning modalities and differentiated instruction strategies specifically designed for language learners. Frequent diagnostic assessments will help you evaluate student learning, allowing you to assess strengths and weaknesses and provide appropriate activities that address individual student needs. You will generate progress reports as required and refer students with suspected learning challenges to the appropriate support personnel.
• Additionally, you will coordinate class field trips and prepare students for state-required achievement assessments. It is crucial to stay current in your subject matter knowledge and learning theory, as well as to be familiar with best practices for language instruction. You will assist in the ongoing revision of the curriculum, including the selection of instructional materials that reflect the ACTFL Standards for language proficiency.

Provide a Classroom Environment Conducive to Learning:

• You will create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and aligns with the maturity and interests of your students.
• Maintaining a positive rapport with students while demonstrating patience and nurturing is essential for their growth.
• You will ensure that the classroom is clean, safe, and showcases student-generated work.
• Implementing relevant policies governing student conduct and developing reasonable rules will help maintain order fairly and consistently.

Instructional Planning:

• Your responsibilities will include developing lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and objectives.
• You will plan individual and group learning activities tailored to meet instructional objectives and student needs.
• Evidence of preparation for classes will be expected upon request from supervisory personnel.
• You will participate in curriculum planning meetings with other staff members and incorporate diagnostic information as required in students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Taking necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, and materials will be part of your planning.

School/Community Relations:

• Establishing cooperative relationships with parents and guardians is vital, and you will strive to communicate clearly and positively using appropriate mediums.
• Collaboration with administration, other staff members, and CSUSA will be key in maintaining confidentiality regarding student records and participating in parent communication activities.
• Your involvement in extracurricular activities will support a positive school culture and provide additional support for students and staff as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• The employee possesses strong time management and organizational skills, along with the ability to prioritize effectively. They demonstrate the capacity to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Additionally, they are sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, adapting to unique situations as they arise. With excellent interpersonal skills, the employee interacts courteously and professionally with all stakeholders.
• Moreover, they exhibit outstanding communication skills, including oral (such as presentations), written communication, interpersonal skills (active listening), and negotiation abilities. The employee consistently arrives at work on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and actively seeks feedback for improvement. They also demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information Systems (SIS), and email communications.
• The employee continually looks for ways to improve and promote quality within their work, demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail. Furthermore, they strive to implement best practices and foster positive character education in their interactions and responsibilities.

Job Requirements:

• You should demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to your position and to the mission of the company.
• A valid Florida elementary or early childhood teaching certification with an endorsement in Spanish or equivalent credentials is required. Additionally, you must possess a strong command of the Spanish language, demonstrating proficiency at a minimum of the ACTFL Intermediate-High level.
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of one to three years of successful teaching experience, which may include Student Teaching Internship experience, is preferred.
• You must establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, and the community while being sensitive to corporate needs and public image.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills--both oral and written--are essential for success in this role.
• You should have a consistent attendance record, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and actively seek feedback for improvement. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information Systems (SIS), and email communications is required.
• You should continuously look for ways to improve quality and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness while striving to implement best practices in language education

Work Environment:

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:

• Usual school working conditions.
• May be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• No physical exertion required.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

FLSA Overtime Category:
Job is exempt from the minimum wage and overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.