Secondary Spanish Teacher

About Stem School Highlands Ranch At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 free Charter School in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us on our goal to redefine limits and unleash potential.  Our Commitment to Diversity: STEM School Highlands Ranch is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. We strive to maintain a work environment free from unlawful harassment and discrimination. Our Core Beliefs: Create an environment of respect and success. Nurture unlimited human potential. Leverage the power of collaboration. Optimize resources. Impact the world ethically and positively. Reinvent and adapt. What We Expect: At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we expect our team members to be agile learners who design thoughtful and engaging initiatives that ensure maximum impact and engagement. What You Can Expect: You will join a community of committed professionals who engage in constant collaboration and innovation to nurture unlimited potential for both students and staff. Benefits: STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month). Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date). Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program. Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Spanish Teacher to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an engaging instructional program that fosters student growth and achievement. You will work in a dynamic and strategic environment that encourages innovation in teaching methods and educational tools. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement problem-based lessons aligned with state standards. Plan and implement engaging, student-centered Spanish language lessons aligned with state and national world language standards. Develop lessons that incorporate grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, ensuring a well-rounded language education. Integrate authentic cultural materials, such as music, literature, history, and current events, to enhance students' understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures. Foster a language-rich classroom environment where Spanish is the primary mode of communication. Implement interactive and hands-on learning strategies, such as games, storytelling, skits, and real-world scenarios to make language acquisition fun and effective. Encourage students to develop oral proficiency through structured conversations, debates, role-playing, and presentations in Spanish. Regularly assess student progress and provide feedback to students and parents to ensure academic success. Offer accommodations and modifications to support the diverse learning needs of students. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies, improve teaching practices, and develop innovative learning experiences. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution. Valid state teaching license with highly qualified content knowledge. Certified to teach Spanish at the secondary level. Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Google Suite preferred. 1 year of teaching experience preferred. Essential Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds. Ability to stand or walk for 90 minutes. Ability to run short distances. Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting. Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday School Year: 2024 - 2025 School Days: 191  #SJ2025 This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: March 31, 2025