Upper Division French/Spanish
Company: The Park School
Location: Brookline
Posted on: May 27, 2023
Job Description:
-Upper Division French/Spanish Teacher - -About the Park School
-The Park School is a Pre-K to Grade 8 independent school in
Brookline, MA dedicated to excellence in education. The cornerstone
of Park's program is academic excellence, combining both high
standards of scholarship and the encouragement of each child to
develop to their greatest potential. Our school community fosters a
nurturing environment in which children develop curiosity, express
creativity, appreciate the value of hard work and discipline, and
experience the joy of learning. Park's faculty encourages each
student to strive for intellectual, physical and moral growth and
to become contributing members of the community. -The Park School
seeks a dynamic, flexible, - patient, and technologically adept
French/Spanish Teacher. - This teacher is a member of the School's
Upper Division (grades 5-8) and reports to the Head of the Upper
Division. The ideal candidate will have a strong background
teaching French and Spanish to middle school-aged students as well
as experience creating both remote and in-person projects that make
the course content come alive for students. - -Roles &
Responsibilities -
Teach four sections of UD
LanguageDesign, plan, and implement student-centered lessons which
demonstrate a deep understanding of the academic discipline,
curriculum, instruction, child development, and best practices,
aligned with the goals and mission of The Park SchoolEstablish and
implement expectations for student safety and conduct; and
procedures and routines, consistent with School policiesAssess
student performance and engagement, including academics, behavior,
and social-emotional needs, while communicating directly with
students, colleagues, and families both formally and informally
when necessaryOversee and serve as primary contact between home and
school as an advisor of a small group of studentsCollaborate with
all Park School employees as appropriateParticipate in and
contribute to an adult learning community by engaging in meetings,
discussions, committees, task forces, and professional
development.Complete administrative tasks and coverage duties as
assigned (student supervision, attendance, reporting, documenting
curriculum, etc.)Utilize feedback and reflection to improve
practice and performanceEnsure that respect for diversity, equity,
and inclusion, social emotional learning, and academic excellence
are emphasized as core values of the SchoolParticipate in school
community activities
-Qualifications
-
Bachelor's Degree required. -
Master's Degree preferred.Fluency in Spanish and FrenchThree (3) to
five (5) years of teaching experience at the middle school level is
preferred. -Strong interpersonal skills with students, colleagues,
and other adultsStrong communication skills, including experience
in writing student comments and other school-related
documentsDemonstrated experience working in a culturally diverse
communityMotivation for and interest in professional
developmentDemonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and
inclusion in teaching and learningPrevious experience and/or
interest in athletic coaching or supporting student-led clubs,
organizations and events -Application Information -
To apply, visit the posting on our
and click apply. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and
statement of teaching philosophy with your application.The Park
School offers competitive salaries and benefits, including a strong
professional development program.We welcome candidates who will add
to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated
commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in their teaching and
learning.The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or
ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation,
gender identity and expression or family composition or any other
status protected by applicable law in the administration of its
employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies
and programs.Applicants must have legal authorization to work in
the United States. The Park School will not sponsor an employment
visa or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time
for this role.Powered by JazzHR
Keywords: The Park School, Brookline , Upper Division French/Spanish, Other , Brookline, Massachusetts
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