Dual Language Spanish Teacher First Grade
Dual Language Spanish Teacher First Grade
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Springfield Public Schools seeks a Spanish Dual Language teacher at Gerena Community School who is committed to and passionate about developing bilingualism and biliteracy building sociocultural competence and transforming and improving educational outcomes for all students.
Program Information:
The dual language program is anticipated to open in September 2023 at Gerena Community School. The educators in the program will have the unique experience of participating in the planning and program design helping to build the foundation of dual language in the Springfield Public Schools for years to come.
The program will implement a 50/50 language model; students will learn 50 of the day in English and 50 of the day in Spanish. Teachers will also integrate cultural traditions customs and history from around the Spanishspeaking world in developmentally appropriate ways.
SPS is committed to supporting educators with the appropriate professional development curriculum resources and strategy implementation for dual language programming on an ongoing basis. We continue to strive for the success of all students by focusing on the districts core values of collaborative relationships high expectations inclusiveness inspiring lifelong learning and shared responsibility.
SPS Dual Language Motivation Statement:
Springfield Public Schools will implement a researchbased educational model with the goal to close the achievement/opportunity gap as students learn grade level academic content in two languages becoming biliterate bilingual and multicultural. This program will provide students with the opportunity to engage in academically rigorous content in two languages and increase awareness of students own culture and appreciation for culture(s) of others. SPS will welcome all families into a community of learners that promotes academic success while valuing diversity and inclusion.
Qualifications*:
- A valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) license; Early Childhood PK2 or Elementary 16
- High levels of academic proficiency and literacy in both program languages (Spanish and English) with a passing score on one of the following current DESEapproved assessments: Spanish MTEL or Oral Proficiency Interview and Writing Proficiency Test through ACTFL
- Hold or commit to pursuing a DESE Bilingual Education Endorsement
- SEI Endorsement as approved by Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (preferred)
- Participate in district and schoolbased dual language professional development
- Understanding of and a strong commitment to the philosophy of dual language learning and teaching
- Strong organizational skills timemanagement and communication skills
- Demonstrates a high level of cooperation to work with gradelevel and duallanguage teams
- Fulfillment of Springfield Public Schools district requirements
*Due to the new licensure requirements for teachers in Massachusetts bilingual education programs applicants who do not currently have all necessary licensure/endorsements are still encouraged to apply. The Springfield Public Schools and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will support selected teachers through the waiver process. If hired teachers are expected to work towards meeting all licensure requirements.
Performance Responsibilities:
- Teach in a 50/50 model program including Spanish language arts mathematics social studies and science using district curriculum maps and curricular resources reflecting a deep understanding of state curriculum frameworks
- Create a positive languagerich assetbased multicultural learning environment that is conducive to the learning and success of all students and language proficiencies
- Administer language and literacy assessments in Spanish analyze student data to inform planning develop targeted instruction and make instructional decisions
- Participate and collaborate in buildingbased and department staff meetings
- Work as a vested member of the dual language team on issues specifically related to dual language philosophy programs and approaches.
- Thoughtfully plan lessons with gradelevel partner and implement specific strategies to meet the needs of all students while fostering cultural understanding developing students social growth and focusing on language acquisition
- Duties related to dual language teaching and learning and district goals for growing dual language programming.
If you BELIEVE we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!
About our District
Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rdlargest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued respected supported seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.
Join a team that Empowers Educators
In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits we provide numerous cuttingedge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district therefore it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in Grow our Own and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.
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NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT
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NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION
Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination including sexual harassment in any education program or activity that it operates as required by Title IX and its regulations including in admission and employment.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator the U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights at or both.
The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie OSullivan Senior Administrator of Human Resources 1550 Main Street Springfield MAext. 55428.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
