Middle School Spanish Teacher

OVERVIEW 

The Middle School Spanish Teacher has strong teaching abilities, an understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices, fluency in Spanish, and a strong interest in environmental studies. The Spanish Teacher works collaboratively within a team of educators in a Middle School setting. The teacher works closely with his/her specialist team and provides an introduction to Spanish in an age-appropriate and developmentally responsive manner. This role requires experience in language instruction for middle school-age students. This role also requires quarterly meetings with the ECS Spanish Teachers. Candidates should be energetic and progressive-minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade-level and specialist teams.

Key Responsibilities 

Implement lesson plans by employing a variety of teaching strategies that provide meaningful learning opportunities and promote student engagement Connect current and best practice language acquisition research to instruction and activities geared to middle school students Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment in which all students can experience success Incorporate student-engaged assessment practices into instructional delivery model Infuse joy and rigor in lessons so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellence Collect observational data to help inform upcoming lessons and support student growth Utilize the Google platform for document development Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth

Educational Background and Work Experience 

Bachelor’s degree in Spanish or Romance language 

PA teaching certification in Spanish preferred 

Prior tutoring or teaching experience 

Ability to work with middle grade students (6-8) of a wide range of abilities 

Interest in leading school activities is highly desirable 

Compensation and Benefits 

Minimum starting salary of $44,716 up to a maximum starting salary of $51,056, dependent upon prior years’ teaching experience. ECS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, and participation in a generous 403b retirement plan. 

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of PA teaching certificate (if applicable) to: https://ecspgh.org/careers/.

Clearances current within one year of hire date will be required. This includes: Arrest & Conviction Disclosure, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34), and FBI Criminal Background Check (114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandated Reporter Training will also be required.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer.