Preschool Spanish Teacher

3 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Sonnets Academy Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSonnets Academy, a leading private preschool and infant care program, in Chicago, seeking an Early Childhood Spanish Teacher for its three locations. This position would be full time. Monday through Friday is required, however a planning day would be provided.

The Early Childhood Spanish Teacher is responsible for the development and implementation of the Spanish program for students in the infant through Pre-Kindergarten programs. Language instruction at Sonnets Academy is taught by hands-on large and small group activities through art, movement, interactive games, music, literature, theater and dance. The Early Childhood Spanish program celebrates and embraces different Spanish cultures and a strong sense of community. The Early Childhood Spanish Teacher works closely with the Early Childhood Classroom Teachers and Directors to develop cross-disciplinary projects and activities that align with Sonnets Academys curricular goals. The goal of our Spanish program is to create a love of learning Spanish in children that will help build the steppingstones for life-long Spanish speakers.

Requirements:
  • Must be a native Spanish speaker or close to being a native speaker
  • Must be able to work legally in the US
  • CDA, Associates Degree, or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
  • At least 2 + years experience in a preschool setting
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to grow and learn
  • Be patient, warm, and energetic
  • Be a team player who brings their knowledge to our organization
  • Have a positive attitude and a good sense of humor
  • Current First-Aid and CPR certification; evidence of Negative TB, physical exam, T-DAP, and MMR verification
  • Completed full course of Covid-19 Vaccination
  • Musical awareness and skill and/or willingness to learn is a plus
  • Salary dependent on experience and/or level of education.
Job Description:
  • Working with Sonnets Academy Directors to develop curriculum and lesson plans based on the needs, ages and ability levels of the children enrolled.
  • Encouraging children to practice vocabularies that are taught through the use of roleplaying, dialogue, games, art, literature, and formal exercises.
  • Assist children in accurately listening and speaking Spanish in the classroom
  • Communicating frequently with children naming objects, actions, using who, what, when, where, why and open ended questions
  • Provide monthly newsletter for families
  • Supervising children at all times to protect the health and safety of all children
  • Communicating appropriately and professionally with fellow staff and parents
  • Assembling anecdotes documenting student progress
  • Exhibiting behavior and classroom management consistent with Sonnets Academys philosophy
  • Treating each child with respect and respond to the individual needs and learning styles of each child
  • Adhere to the rules and regulations of Sonnets Academy as well as DCFS and all State Licensing Guidelines.
Work Location:
  • Lincoln Park
  • River North
  • West Loop



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