Spanish Teacher (Part Time)

Job Description

DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN
Holy Infancy, Bethlehem
Position Description

Job Title: Spanish Teacher
Job Status: Part-Time
Reporting Functions: Reports to Principal

Job Function: Provides daily instruction to students introducing the linguistic stylings and cultural nuances of the Spanish culture and language. Evaluate and record information on each child's developmental progress and provide feedback to parents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide daily instruction and select learning activities appropriate to student's needs based on the Spanish language.

Create lesson plans that are appropriate to instruct elementary Spanish language emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, reading, and spelling.

Conduct research on teaching methods, materials, and language games that can be used in class.

Develop an environment that promotes learning and social interaction to encourage active listening.

Organizes daily class time so that instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time; develops weekly lessons with the appropriate instructional materials; provides appropriate, detailed instructions/plans for a substitute teacher in the event of absence.

Teach students about Spanish culture, which may include geographical locations, festivals, traditional food, attire, and social events.

Organize fun events where students can showcase the knowledge they've learned about the Spanish culture and demonstrate language skills.

Maintains fair, accurate, and timely grading policies, procedures, and attendance. Regularly checks email and updates web pages as required through the technology system provided by the school. Grades papers, assignments, and assessments promptly and accurately

Actively establishes and maintains appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe, orderly, effective, and productive environment. Upholds Holy Infancy's discipline procedures.

Communicate with students and parents regularly about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs. Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year.

Attend school preparation days, in-service and staff development opportunities, and Diocesan educational workshops; attend and participate in school faculty meetings and open houses, and other school-related activities upon the request of the principal.

Prepare assignments, homework, oral and written examinations for students.

Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters including social media and online platforms. Follow all Holy Infancy School and Allentown Diocese policies as per the teacher's handbook.

Maintains and engages in professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership. Cooperates and collaborates with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.

Any other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Spanish, or Education related field.

PA Teacher certification preferred.

At least 3 years of experience teaching Spanish language.

PRIOR TO INTERVIEW: Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (at least 1 year old.) As well as attendance at a Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.

Other Requirements:

Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals.

Previous experience working with children.

An understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.

Required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment.

Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances, with a diversity of individuals.

The ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.

Good writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Demands: The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear; frequent use of equipment including repetitive motions and computer eye fatigue; possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, with occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word: hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions: Normal classroom setting, Part-time, Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. May be required to assist with special duties and work outside the normal school day to attend school-related events.

Please use this link to access the Diocese of Allentown's Teacher Application:
AllentownDiocese/Employment

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, clearances, and teacher application to the following:

Principal Jeanne Negron- Garcia
Email: negronj@holyinfancy.k12.pa.us

EOE M/F/D/V

About the Employer

The mission of the Diocese of Allentown is: "A Roman Catholic family of faith, centered in the Holy Eucharist, faithful to the Church's teachings, bringing the Light of Christ to each other and to our community."