Preschool Spanish Immersion Teacher

Job Title:                Preschool Spanish Immersion Teacher

Department:          Preschool; Lower School

Category:               Instructional Staff; Hourly; Non-Exempt

Reports To:            Director of Preschool and Lower School Principal

Approved By:        Head of Schools

Pay Rate:               $20.50 - $24.50

Summary: Guides andinstructs preschool students with curriculum and activities in a safe and developmentally-appropriate classroom under the direction of the Director of Preschool. Preschool Spanish Immersion Teachermodels a servant's heart and promotes an attitude of respect, teamwork and professionalism by speaking well of other faculty and staff members; supporting our entire school system-lower school, middle school, upper school; praying for and with other faculty and staff; encouraging others in Godly living and excellence; lovingly holding others accountable; actively pursuing ways to encourage members of the schools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

 (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Must have an advanced proficiency in Spanish (B2 and above) and seek to continue to develop their biliteracy
• Instructs students by lecturing, demonstrating, and using audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations
• Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the school
• Assigns lessons and corrects homework, quizzes, tests, projects, etc. in a timely manner
• Administers tests to evaluate pupil progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress
• Keeps attendance records
• Maintains discipline in classroom and demonstrates effective classroom management skills
• Communicates with parents to discuss student progress and problems
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops, and independent educational study for growth
• Performs related duties such as recess and after school monitoring, small group leadership outside of the classroom, sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting course of study, counseling student in adjustment and academic problems

To perform the job successfully, teachers should demonstrate the following qualities:

• Models a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ in speech, actions, and attitudes
• Integrates their faith, Christ, and God's word into classroom lessons
• Shows support for the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children's education and assists them in that task

Instructional

• Must have Spanish language skills to teach content areas fully in Spanish

• Demonstrates mastery of the subject matter
• Uses valid teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals and promote student learning
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to do his or her best work while preparing him or her for the next level
• Uses the maximum amount of class time for instruction
• Uses homework effectively for drill, review, learning new concepts or project work
• Assesses the learning of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Communicates student expectations at the beginning of the year (via a syllabus) and throughout the year clearly, and uses school administrative software to post homework and grades as well as other needed information
• Keeps proper discipline in the classroom, on school premises, and at school activities
• Experience and/or understanding of At-Risk students; learning interventions, low-achieving students, and motivational strategies
• Varies teaching strategies to reach all learning styles
• Demonstrate life-long learning

Non-instructional and Professional

• Cooperates with the administration in implementing all policies, procedures and directives governing the operations of the school
• Maintains regular and accurate attendance and grade records
• Keeps students, parents, and the administration adequately informed of deficiencies and gives sufficient notice of failure
• Maintains a clean, attractive, and well-ordered classroom
• Accepts a share of responsibility for extra-curricular activities as assigned
• Willing to listen to the counsel of administration, colleagues and parents, and is teachable
• Attends and participates in scheduled devotional, committee and faculty meetings
• Arrives at work on time (7:30 am) and stays until the work day is officially complete (3:30 pm)
• Reports to all scheduled supervision duties
• Dresses in a professional way that is set apart from the students
• Contacts parents within 24 hours of initial inquiry
• Collaborates with other teachers within the system

Personal

• Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, humility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control and perseverance
• Meets everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism
• Exercises friendliness and consideration, treating students without partiality
• Submits respectfully and is loyal to constituted authority
• Develops rapport with students, parents, and staff to promote a positive learning environment
• Recognizes the need for good public relations; represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to its constituency and the general public

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Oversees preschool instructional aide to ensure his or her job description is adhered to.

Education and/or Experience:                                 

A minimum of a High school Diploma or GED and 12 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and one year of experience in a childcare center.  Education must include 12 units of child development, child-family and community and curriculum.  Associate degree (AA) in child development from a two-year college or a Bachelor's degree (BA) in Early Child Development is preferred

Credentials, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Preschool Teacher certificate is preferred. CPR/First Aid certification, cleared live scan fingerprint and cleared TB test are required

Qualifications:

• Profess a personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
• Maintain a positive Christian testimony
• Be involved in a local church of like faith and practice, consistent with the RCS Statement of Faith
• Agree with and adhere to the employee handbook
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to meet people comfortably and engage in substantive conversation
• Must be able to work diligently and independently and make judgments with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle financial matters with integrity and with concern for confidentiality
• Ability to use technology

In addition, in order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of additional knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Computer Skills - Knowledge of Contact Management systems; Database software; Spreadsheet software; Internet and Word Processing software, including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages

Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates research-based understanding of available resources within the local school community; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional situations; Responds promptly to parent/student needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve educational experience; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments as necessary; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Design - Generates creative solutions; Demonstrates attention to detail.

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' ski...