High School Spanish Teacher

St. Mary’s Dominican High School, sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Peace, is a Catholic college-preparatory program for young women rooted in the tradition of prayer, study, community, and service. With Jesus at its center, the Dominican community preaches the Word, radiates joy, advocates peace, promotes justice, seeks Truth, manifests Catholic values, and ministers to others. Dominican serves students in grades 8-12 from across the metropolitan area. St. Mary's Dominican High School has a full-time opening (Spanish I and II) for a Spanish teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.

Teachers are expected to:
- Incorporate various teaching methods and techniques to engage students in the learning process - Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback
- Create a positive classroom environment that promotes academic growth and personal development
- Manage classroom behavior and maintain discipline to ensure a productive learning environment
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and activities
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development workshops, and parent-teacher conferences
- Offer tutoring and extra support to students who need additional assistance
- Attend all faculty and department meetings after school, attend all in-school assemblies and school-wide Masses, and actively participate in parent/teacher conferences and meetings

Qualifications:

- Willingness to teach in a Catholic school and uphold Catholic morals and values

- Bachelor's degree in the field of study (Spanish) OR be a graduate of a Spanish university or college, notwithstanding his/her major in college, provided Spanish is his/her native tongue.

- All teachers who are not certified by the State of Louisiana must also earn 12 semester hours of professional education courses within a three-year period.

- Strong knowledge of content matter

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

- Ability to effectively manage a classroom and maintain a positive learning environment

- Willingness to learn and adapt

- High School teaching experience is preferred, but not required

We offer competitive salary packages and benefits for qualified candidates. Join our dedicated team of educators and make a difference in the lives of high school students. Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Private school
• Religious school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New Orleans, LA 70125 (Required)

Work Location: In person