What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upper School Spanish Teacher (long-term substitute) position at Columbus Academy?
Position Description
Columbus Academy seeks a long-term substitute Upper School Spanish Teacher, with responsibilities starting in March 2025 and concluding in June 2025.
The person selected for this position will be expected to fulfill the following responsibilities:
- Teach three sections of Spanish 2 and two sections of Honors Spanish 5, which meet regularly but not necessarily every day.
- Assume a portion of the supervisory responsibilities expected of all upper school faculty.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues on curriculum design and development.
- Provide periodic updates to parents regarding student progress through written reports and conferences.
- Utilize technological resources, including the school’s online learning management system for classes and the integration of iPads and laptops in classroom activities.
- Hold students accountable for the school’s standards of behavior.
- Work with others in the school community to support each student's emotional well-being.
Qualifications
Preferred candidates will meet the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Spanish as a second language, or native speakers with a degree in Education.
- 3 years of experience teaching Spanish in a high school or college setting.
- Ability to teach all courses and levels of Spanish, from level 1 to level 5 (including preparation for AP exams
- A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning
Physical Conditions
Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions:
- Classroom environment
- Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)
- Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.
- A non-smoking campus
Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.
Legal requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.
