Upper School Spanish Teacher

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Dallas, United States Alcuin School Full time

US DP SPANISH TEACHER FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2024-2025


Join our vibrant educational community at Alcuin School, where we are searching for a dynamic Upper School DP Spanish Teacher to ignite passion and curiosity for the Spanish language and culture in our students. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of our Upper School learners by providing innovative, engaging, and inclusive instruction. Ideal candidates will bring a blend of creative teaching methodologies, a passion for Spanish-speaking cultures, and a commitment to educational excellence.


If you're ready to inspire the next generation of global citizens, we invite you to apply and contribute to our tradition of academic excellence.


GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

The Upper School DP Spanish Teacher implements and delivers curriculum based on the IB philosophy and helps direct students’ activities to reach his or her fullest potential in the specified academic areas as well as the community as a whole. In Language Acquisition, the position of Upper School DP Spanish teacher entails using the target language in class, including through authentic and instructional materials that incorporate culture, and facilitating students’ contributions in the target language through reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities.


JOB SCOPE

The Upper School DP Spanish Teacher adheres to the guidelines of the IB and his or her department about choosing and implementing curricula at appropriate levels for program and student development. Within the overarching structure of these guidelines, the teacher retains autonomy in the classroom in terms of how lessons are designed, implemented, and evaluated. In Language Acquisition, the Upper School DP Spanish teacher communicates with his or her colleagues to ensure appropriate alignment of assignments and concepts to meet program goals. In addition, the Upper School DP Spanish teacher supports and contributes to initiatives in the larger Upper School community, including by finding opportunities to share language and culture with the whole school.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Implements all curricula within the designated subject area(s) following IB guidelines
  • Develops and follows a year at a glance that includes all IB connections and components
  • Develops the curriculum and syllabus for each academic year based on current IB and/or other accreditation standards and other educational requirements
  • Keeps records of all parent communications and shares them with Upper School Head as requested and/or as necessary
  • Maintains updated records of each student’s progress on a timely basis
  • Maintains the designated classroom
  • Facilitates a student advisory group through one-on-one meetings, small- and large-group meetings with other teachers, and team building activities as required
  • Prepares and submits required reports, including conference reports, lesson plans, and ongoing unit plans and modifications
  • Posts all Upper School grades and assignments only in ManageBac in a timely manner as specified in the Upper School Grading Policy
  • Plans, prepares, and conducts conferences with parents as one of the team
  • Works cooperatively with other members of the Upper School faculty in the planning and execution of interdisciplinary projects, community events, and other Upper School activities
  • Attends parent education events and community functions as detailed in the Staff Handbook
  • Attends department meeting, all-staff meetings, and school functions as outlined in the Employee Handbook, employment contract or as required
  • Attends monthly all-staff, Upper School faculty, and department meetings as required
  • Leads or co-leads an advisory of Upper School students and facilitates student-led conferences with families


MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

  • Assists in ordering and keeping an inventory of needed equipment and supplies
  • Sponsors a student-led club or organization as required
  • Writes letters of recommendation for students as required
  • Proctors PSAT and DP examinations as required
  • Advises 10th-grade Personal Project and/or 11th-12th-grade Extended Essay as required
  • Attends IB professional development as scheduled by the International Baccalaureate Coordinator
  • Acts as chaperon on domestic and international trips as required
  • Completes state-mandated bus driver training and drives an Alcuin bus on field trips when required
  • Completes other tasks as assigned by the Head of School or Director of Upper School


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Required:

  • Ability to provide documents verifying authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Must pass Criminal Background Checks, Drug Testing, and Reference Check
  • Master’s degree
  • 2 years high school teaching experience
  • Appropriate level of fluency in the target language (Spanish)
  • Ability to interact and communicate appropriately and professionally in both written and verbal format with parents, students, and colleagues
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Suite of products
  • Must demonstrate and enthusiastically support the School’s Mission

Preferred:

  • Doctoral degree
  • 4+ years high school teaching experience
  • IB Diploma Programme teaching experience
  • Working knowledge of ManageBac, Blackbaud, Naviance and Parchment platforms


JOB CONDITIONS

  • Completes DP training before or within the first year of employment in the role
  • Prepares for and teach classes daily
  • Assesses student work for grades daily and/or weekly
  • Attends staff and faculty meetings monthly
  • Attends departmental meetings monthly or as scheduled
  • Submits grades and grade reports quarterly
  • Works in standard office climate and conditions
  • Works outdoors supervising students at carpool and on school trips


BENEFITS

Full time faculty and staff at School are provided with the following benefits:

  • High deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Alight
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Basic Life/AD&D Plan
  • Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan
  • 403b Plan
  • Long Term Care (LTC) Plan
  • Aflac
  • Legal Shield


PAY RANGE

Pay is based on experience and is competitive with Independent Schools in the Dallas, Texas, area.


ABOUT ALCUIN SCHOOL

Alcuin School, one of the largest accredited Montessori schools in the U. S., along with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programs, provides an ideal learning environment that guides and nurtures the full development of the child from 18 months to 18 years of age.


Alcuin School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including color, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.


We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.


No search firms or recruiters please.


SUBMIT YOUR COVER PAGE AND RESUME TO: ty.hathorn@alcuinschool.org and matthew.lundberg@alcuinschool.org and include the job title in the subject line.

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