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Teacher - Foreign Language [Spanish][.5 FTE Part Time]

Employer
Boston Public Schools
Location
Boston, MA, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

Dever Elementary School, a fully inclusive PK-6 school located in Boston's Columbia Point neighborhood, is looking for a part-time (0.5 FTE) Spanish teacher to teach in a new Spanish Language Cultures & Connections program and support other activities designed to celebrate Spanish language and Latino culture in our school community.

Reports to: Principal

Responsibilities
  • Work with the Dever team to launch the Spanish language program.
  • Plan and teach Grade 4-6 classes that help students strengthen/develop Spanish literacy skills and explore Spanish-speaking cultures. Design instructional experiences that work for heritage speakers and new learners.
  • Promote the Spanish Language Cultures & Connections opportunity to students and families. Work with school staff; for example, the director of curriculum and family partnership leads, to build interest in Spanish language learning opportunities and showcase learning.
  • Tap students, families, and community members as resources to support learning activities.
  • Provide input and feedback on instructional resources and program design.
  • Participate in Parker professional development and work collaboratively as part of the Dever staff team to ensure a cohesive school-wide approach to teaching, learning, whole child development, and family partnership.

Qualifications - Required
  1. Bachelor's degree at a minimum
  2. Massachusetts Teaching License - World Languages/Spanish or other related license which can support Spanish language instruction and culture awareness for upper elementary students, e.g., fluent Spanish speaking teacher with ESL, ELA, social studies, humanities, expertise
  3. Minimum of 3 years experience teaching Spanish to elementary students
  4. Experience teaching in urban schools
  5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  6. Current authorization to work in the United States. Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment
Terms:
  • Part-time position (0.5 FTE); may have opportunity to partner with another BPS school for additional hours
  • BTU, Group I
  • Dever hours for students are 7:30-2:30. Staff hours are 7:10-3:10 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and 7:10-3:55 on Wednesdays ( students are released early; staff have professional development and planning time)
  • Additional working conditions as defined by Appendix A of the Paul A. Dever Elementary Turnaround Plan ( http://www.doe.mass.edu/level5/schools/dever.html )

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Company

As the birthplace of public education in this nation, the Boston Public Schools is committed to transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching in a world-class system of innovative, welcoming schools. We partner with the community, families, and students to develop in every learner the knowledge, skill, and character to excel in college, career, and life.

Company info
Telephone
(617) 635-1550
Location
2300 Washington Street
Roxbury
MA
02119
United States

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