Description

Lower School Spanish Teacher

Position Purpose 
The Lower School Spanish Teacher is responsible for cultivating a Christ centered learning environment that aligns a curriculum of teaching Spanish with a biblical worldview. 

Essential Functions 

• Uphold the mission and vision statement of Liberty Christian School (LCS).  
• Demonstrate mastery of the subject material. 
• Love and pray daily for the children, parents, and LCS staff.  
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Submit lesson plans to administration.  
• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessments that are in accordance with established learning standards.  
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.  
• Use relevant technology to support classroom instruction and learning.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the different learning styles and needs of students.  
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures that align with the standards established in the Warrior Way. 
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.  
• Participate in appropriate professional development activities.  
• Participate in department, school, and parent meetings.  
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committee as required.
• Adhere to the Student Protection Policy (SPP) procedures and trainings.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the school. 
   

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in subject matter preferred, or 15 hours college credit in subject area.
• Teacher Certification via Association of Christian Schools International to be completed within the first year.
• State Teacher Certification preferred, but not required.  
• Effective classroom management.
• Excellent technology skills to support classroom instruction and student learning.
• Positive attitude and empathetic perspective.
• Ability to act as a team player.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written).
• Ability to instruct and model desirable skills and attitude.
• Ability to remain productive and maintain control under stress.  
• Ability to maintain a clear focus on a positive student experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google.  
• Christian role model. 
   

Physical Requirements and Work Environment  

• Works in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.  
• Regularly use close and distance vision.  
• May stand for extended periods of time.  
• Works primarily in a traditional climate-controlled office environment.  
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Full-time, 10-month position August – May. 

Requirements

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