Teacher - Spanish [SY24-25]

The MHS Community:

Malden High School is a vibrant and diverse high school, committed to providing all students with grade level, engaging, affirming and meaninful learning experiences. As an urban school, it is our great pride to value and support our diverse community.  

We are among the leaders in Advanced Placement courses in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  As a result of the data collected, we have focused on improving the transition from middle school to high school, as well as establishing a vision for MHS and its students as they move through high school and prepare for college and career. We have also continued our work to help us move towards increasing our Student Growth Percentile (SGP) in ELA and Math MCAS.

Malden High School also offers a wide variety of enrichment opportunities for students, including division 1 varsity, junior varsity, and freshman level athletics, robust theater, choral, and band programs, and over 70 clubs and organizations. 

Qualifications:

• DESE licensed in World Language: Spanish 9-12 required
• SEI Teacher Endorsement required
• Bachelor's degree in Spanish or a related field (Master's degree preferred)

Responsibilities:

1. Curriculum Implementation: Design and implement dynamic Spanish language curriculum aligned with the 2021 World Languages Curriculum Framework.

2. Instructional Planning: Develop engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring students are challenged while experiencing productive struggle and follow district curriculum Program of Studies.

3. Differentiated Instruction: Tailor instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, employing various teaching strategies to address different learning styles and abilities.

4. Assessment and Evaluation: Utilize a variety of formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.

5. Proficiency Monitoring: Regularly assess and monitor students' proficiency levels, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs and promote language acquisition.

6. Cultural Competency: Infuse cultural competence into language instruction, promoting an appreciation for the diversity of the Spanish-speaking world.

7. Student Affirmation: Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that affirms students' identities, backgrounds, and contributions.

8. Seal of Biliteracy Support: Provide guidance and support to students aiming for the Seal of Biliteracy, assisting them in meeting the necessary language proficiency requirements.

9. Technology Integration: Seamlessly integrate technology into lessons, enhancing language acquisition through innovative tools and resources.

10. Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues within the World Languages Department and across disciplines to enhance interdisciplinary connections and foster a supportive educational community.

11. Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with language education trends, methodologies, and best practices.

Additional Requirements:

1. Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
3. Demonstrated ability to create a positive and affirming classroom environment.
4. Technologically proficient with a willingness to integrate technology into teaching.
5. A passion for continuous learning and professional development.
6. Experience teaching Multilingual Learners is preferred

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Spanish Teacher committed to creating meaningful language learning experiences in a diverse high school setting, and actively supporting students on their journey to the Seal of Biliteracy, we invite you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of our students through the power of language education.

Reports to: Building Principal and Director of ELA/World Languages

Salary: Commensurate with Malden Public Schools’ teacher salary schedule Unit A.

To Apply: Submit letter of interest highlighting qualifications for the position via TalentEd.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Malden Public Schools is committed to cultivating an ethnically, racially, and linguistically diverse and inclusive environment where different backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. We believe the differences within our environment will positively impact student outcomes and benefit our employees and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.