Spanish Teacher - Elementary School Job at Congressional School, Virginia

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  • Congressional School
  • Virginia

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develops, implements, assesses and modifies, as necessary, a dynamic Spanish language program for Primary and Lower School students that aligns with Congressional's mission, vision, and values
  • Uses a variety of methods, materials, and techniques to teach Spanish language and culture
  • Organizes classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning.
  • Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities
  • Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
  • Assesses students' knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations and goals
  • Actively seeks opportunities for professional development
  • Listens and responds to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner
  • Actively supports the school philosophy, community, and policies
  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Spanish, unless native speaker; Master's degree in education preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience teaching Spanish, preferably in an independent school.
  • Fluency and expertise in conversational and written Spanish.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices.
  • Strong initiative and organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • An ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment
  • A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset

About Congressional School

Founded in 1939, Congressional School is a co-ed independent day school in the heart of Falls Church, VA. Dedicated to young learners—infants through eighth graders—Congressional School serves more than 400 students and 2,000 campers annually through its academic and summer programs. The school develops great thinkers and leaders by encouraging students to explore, embrace challenge, and grow through an innovative academic program —all in a diverse and inclusive community. Well-prepared for excellent secondary schools, Congressional School graduates have confidence, a sense of ethics, and the desire to continually and respectfully question, collaborate, create, and lead. Teachers at Congressional School are passionate, innovative, and dedicated members of the Congressional community who embrace the vision, mission, philosophy and traditions of the School while always striving for excellence. Teachers are committed to growth as professionals and individuals, and are eager to help the school’s students strive for and be their best. Congressional is a community where learning, growing, curiosity, engagement, hard work, and play are all valued and nurtured.

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