Ravenscroft is an independent, coeducational day school in Raleigh, NC, with approximately 1,250 students in grades PreK-12.
We are actively looking to welcome an Upper School Spanish teacher to join our community of educators who actively strives to be diverse, equitable and inclusive. Our candidates should demonstrate empathy, knowledge and an understanding of the diverse backgrounds in our community; place an importance on genuine and authentic connections with students, faculty, staff and parents; be able to work collaboratively with team members of diverse backgrounds; and have the capacity to model an attitude of curiosity and a growth mindset.
Reports to : Head of Upper School
Work Hours and Expectations : Part-time, approximately 24 hours per week
The successful candidate will be an educator who displays passion for teaching Spanish. The teacher's lessons are student-centered and infused with both theory and practice, and they skillfully incorporate technology and creativity. Other responsibilities and competencies include :
- Teaching two to three sections of upper school Spanish
- Demonstrating a passion for the Spanish language and culture
- Demonstrating cultural competence and the ability to connect with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and parents
- Exhibiting excellent teaching skills that demonstrate best practice according to ACTFL proficiency standards
- Designing and delivering lessons that are supportive of Ravenscroft's mission to "nurture individual potential and prepare students to thrive in a complex and interdependent world"
- Understanding the development of Upper School students and displaying a passion for working with this age group
- Connecting with students, challenging them, and shifting pedagogical practice to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Teaching 90%+ in the Target Language
- Utilizing online tools such as Edpuzzle, Quizlet, Quizizz, PearDeck, etc.
- Demonstrating effective technology skills, including the ability to use Ravenscroft's learning management systems (Canvas and Veracross)
- Writing bi-weekly updates for students with accommodations
- Experience supporting social emotional learning inside and outside of the classroom; an eagerness and ability to support our Lead From Here curriculum
- Demonstrating a growth mindset and the ability to receive feedback, adapt to different learners' needs, and become a valued colleague in a strong and cohesive World Language department
Qualifying Characteristics :
Must demonstrate empathy, knowledge and an understanding for the diverse backgrounds in our communityPlace an importance on genuine and authentic connections with students, faculty, staff and parentsAbility to work collaboratively with team members of diverse backgroundsThe capacity to model an attitude of unyielding curiosity and a growth mindsetExcellent written and verbal communication skills requiredStrong organizational skills needed with the ability to use multiple technological tools required.Adaptable, flexible, and a team-oriented personalityEducation and Experience Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Spanish or Foreign Language Education; MA or MEd highly desirablePrevious teaching experience and experience developing and teaching a proficiency-based curriculum preferredMinimum Advanced Low Oral Proficiency in Spanish (ACTFL standards)This part-time position is not eligible for benefits.
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