What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Teacher- Middle School Spanish Dual Language and General Education position at Waltham Public School District?
Bilingual Teachers- Middle School Spanish Dual Language and General Education
The Bilingual Social Studies Teachers will instruct grade 6, 7, and 8 students enrolled in the general education and Spanish Dual Language Program in a content area (Social Studies, Spanish Language Arts, Science or Mathematics). Applicants should be fluent in both Spanish and English as the teacher will instruct sections in each language.
Qualifications:
Qualified applicants must forward cover letter, resume, transcripts, proof of MA DESE license and SEI and/or Bilingual Endorsement as well as three current letters of recommendation.
Education, Training and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education for the grade(s) and subject(s) assigned including SEI Endorsement and/or Bilingual Endorsement. Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.
Knowledge Required:
- Currency in the curriculum including knowledge of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
- Effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.
- Effective classroom management.
- Effective instruction in a standards-based classroom.
- Promotion of high standards and expectations for student proficiency.
- Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity.
- Effective integration of technology across the curriculum. Fulfillment of professional responsibilities.
Abilities Required:
- Biliteracy and fluency in Spanish/English.
- Content area teaching license grades 5-8 or ability to become licensed. Ability to deliver effective instruction.
- Ability to differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
- Ability to administer required student testing and assessments.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Skills Required:
- Effective classroom management skills.
- Excellent listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills
Salary: As per the WEA contract
Non- Discrimination Notice: Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.
MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.
