Spanish Teacher Job Description
The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way. With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum. Our students have a wide range of Spanish backgrounds.
Our ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching Spanish and a commitment to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment. The successful candidate will be able to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying learning styles and abilities.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated fluency in spoken and written Spanish
- An undergraduate degree in Spanish or a related field; a master’s degree preferred
- Interest in and demonstrated skill in working with middle and high school students
- A shared commitment to an inclusive community, and respect for differences
- Willingness to embrace and engage in our Outdoor Education program
- Convey patience and empathy with adolescents
- Demonstrate fluency with academic technology that advances learning for students and a willingness to integrate technology into classroom experiences
- Demonstrate proficiency in subject area and possess an understanding of current teaching pedagogies.
- A growth mindset, active sense of humor, warm personality, and excellent organizational and communication skills
Responsibilities:
- Teaches up to five courses of Spanish to middle and upper school students
- Prepares course materials such as syllabi, quizzes, tests, writing assignments, rubrics, etc.
- Develops and implements engaging lesson plans that meet the needs of diverse learners
- Assesses student progress and provides constructive feedback
- Collaborates with colleagues to develop curriculum and instructional strategies
