Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School·New York
The Spanish teacher is responsible for planning and delivering effective, standards-aligned instruction to high school students while maintaining a positive and engaging classroom environment. They must also collaborate with colleagues, monitor student progress through various assessments, and communicate regularly with parents and the school community.
High School Spanish Teacher Classification Exempt, 10-Month Employee Reports to High School Principal Overview Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School is seeking a Spanish Teacher to provide instruction to our high school students. Spanish Teachers must be able to demonstrate planning and preparation, instructional skills; effective classroom management and be motivated to engage in continuous professional development. Under the general supervision of the Principal, teachers work collaboratively with other teachers within their department and across other content areas.
Content Knowledge and Planning Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student Integrate available technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities Develop unit and lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential aligned to standards and regents exams, when appropriate Plan with appropriate specialist(s) to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students Instructional Strategies Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning Monitor students’ understanding of the lesson and adjusts teaching when appropriate Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully Explain content and demonstrates skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students Hold each learner individually responsible for learning Assessment Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed Effectively use both teacher-made and standardized tests, as appropriate, to measure student performance Use oral, non-verbal, and written forms of student assessment Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions Continuously monitor students’ progress before, during, and after instruction, and provides meaningful feedback Demonstrate competence in the use of acceptable grading/ranking/scoring practices in recording and reporting student achievement Student Communication and Rapport Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect and active listening Model concern for students’ emotional and physical well being Seek and maintains positive interactions with students in all school settings Seek information about student interests and opinions Classroom Management Enforce the school’s student behavior policy Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents Actively monitor student behavior and provides feedback in a constructive manner to students and parents Create a physical setting and establishes routines that promote learning and minimize disruption Structure transitions in an efficient and constructive manner Manage emergency situations, as they occur, in school settings Professional Demeanor and Development
Bachelor's Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish, with expert command over both languages At least 2 to 5 years prior teaching experience in middle/high school Demonstrated success working in non-traditional and/or urban school settings Excellent oral and written communication skills Experience with educational technology (SMART Board, student laptops, etc.) Knowledge or ability to use SIS (student information systems) or online learning platforms (Schoology, Google Classroom, PowerSchool, and Canvas) NYS certification in Spanish preferred Supervisory Responsibilities None Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time 10-month position. The regular hours and workdays are Monday through Friday, 7:55 am to 3:55 pm in addition to any special events to which all staff are expected to attend.
$75,000 - $105,000 annually (Based on Experience) Travel Minimum to no travel required EEO Statement Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health and Science Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and be fully bilingual in English and Spanish with expert command of both languages. At least 2 to 5 years of prior teaching experience in a middle or high school setting is required, along with proficiency in educational technology and student information systems.
Market context
New York high school Spanish roles often draw steady interest because schools need teachers who can support language instruction, classroom engagement, and family communication. Competition can be stronger for candidates with prior high school experience and a master’s degree, especially when schools are comparing fit for both instruction and collaboration. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm whether the role matches your background before applying.
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