SUBSTITUTE SPANISH TEACHER

JOB DESCRIPTION: Four Rivers Charter Public School is seeking candidates for a substitute to teach secondary SPANISH. This position is to cover a short-term leave of absence and anticipated for at least six weeks. Affiliated with EL Education (expeditionary learning), Four Rivers is college preparatory and has a clear mission of educating young people for lives of learning and service. This is an opportunity to join a talented and dedicated faculty to continue the development of an exemplary charter public school. Located in Greenfield, MA, Four Rivers enrolls 220 students in grades 7-12 and is in its 21st year of operation. Four Rivers is an equal opportunity employer and strives to be an anti-racist school. SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS Successful experience teaching Spanish. Strong background in Spanish, as demonstrated through academic preparation, professional experience, and personal interests. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Genuine interest in and connection with adolescents. Personal qualities that exemplify an emphasis on character development and community Appreciation for the expeditionary learning (EL) design model -- commitment to develop curriculum and implement EL core practices, including in-depth learning expeditions. Experience, training and interest in teaching a range of abilities in heterogeneously classes – background in differentiated instruction would be a significant asset. Strong interpersonal skills, commitment to teamwork, and readiness to reflect and grow. Energy, flexibility, and sense of adventure required to work hard in an evolving school. Experience working with students in a small group/SEL format such as advisory or crew. Enthusiasm for the school’s mission and its themes of nature, technology and community and understanding of the school’s responsibilities as a charter public school. Four Rivers is an equal opportunity employer and provider If you meet some of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply or to reach out for more information. We know that historically marginalized groups – including people of color, women, people from working class backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQ – are less likely to apply unless and until they meet every requirement for a job. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. How to Apply: Apply on SchoolSpring to the following posting number Application deadline: as soon as possible. Our process is rolling – we make an offer when we find the right match. For more information About the school: www.fourriverscharter.org About EL Education: www.eleducation.org About Massachusetts charter schools: www.masscharterschools.org or www.doe.mass.edu/charter