Position Title

Spanish Teacher 7-12

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Per MTA contract

Job Description

Mechanicville CSD is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and experienced Spanish Teacher for grades 7-12 to join our faculty, effective September 2, 2025. The ideal candidate will be passionate about language learning, committed to fostering student growth in the Spanish language, and dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment. This role involves teaching Spanish to students in middle and high school, developing engaging lesson plans, and creating opportunities for students to build their language skills both in and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective lessons that adhere to the curriculum standards for Spanish language education.
• Teach Spanish grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, speaking, and cultural topics.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and confidence.
• Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and technology to engage students and differentiate instruction.
• Assess student progress through assignments, projects, quizzes, and exams.
• Provide regular feedback to students and parents regarding academic performance.
• Foster a love of language and culture by organizing extracurricular activities such as Spanish clubs, cultural events, and language competitions.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to promote cross-curricular learning.
• Maintain effective classroom management and uphold school policies and procedures.

 

Job Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Valid teaching certification/license in Spanish (grades 7-12) in NYS.
• Strong proficiency in Spanish (both written and spoken).
• Previous teaching experience in middle or high school preferred.
• Knowledge of second language acquisition strategies and best practices in language teaching.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential in language learning.
• Familiarity with modern technology and its integration in the classroom.
• A commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.

Compensation:

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, per MTA contract.
• Full benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities

Job Category

Teacher

Job Location

Jr Sr HS

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