Leon County Schools - Tallahassee, FL

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Tallahassee, FL

About the position

The Teacher Foreign Language- M/J (Spanish) position at Leon County Schools is designed for educators who are passionate about teaching Spanish to middle school students. The role involves developing and implementing engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse learning needs of students. Teachers will be responsible for creating a positive classroom environment that fosters student participation and encourages language acquisition through various instructional strategies. The position requires collaboration with other educators and staff to enhance the overall educational experience for students. Teachers will also assess student progress and provide feedback to help them improve their language skills. Additionally, the role may involve communicating with parents and guardians regarding student performance and progress in learning Spanish. In this position, educators will be expected to utilize technology and other resources to enhance language learning. They will also participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in language instruction. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Spanish language and culture, as well as the ability to inspire and motivate students to achieve their language learning goals. This position is crucial in helping students develop their communication skills and cultural awareness, which are essential in today's global society.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans for Spanish language instruction.
  • Create a positive classroom environment that encourages student participation.
  • Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
  • Utilize technology and resources to enhance language learning.
  • Collaborate with other educators and staff to improve the educational experience.
  • Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student performance.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
  • Valid teaching certification in Foreign Language (Spanish).
  • Strong understanding of Spanish language and culture.
  • Experience in teaching middle school students preferred.
  • Ability to create engaging and effective lesson plans.

Nice-to-haves

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Experience with technology in the classroom.
  • Knowledge of differentiated instruction strategies.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience and education.
  • Health insurance options.
  • Retirement plan contributions.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
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