Job Description

Job Description

HIGH SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER

Location: North Broward Preparatory School in Coconut Creek, FL

We’re looking to recruit a High School Spanish Teacher **** to join our North Broward Preparatory School, a Nord Anglia Education school.

THE SCHOOL

North Broward Preparatory School (NBPS) is an international community committed to accelerating each student’s academic achievement and personal growth. We foster critical thinking skills, provide opportunities for the discovery of interests and instil the virtue of civic responsibility. Our challenging, yet nurturing environment, prepares our students to excel in their top choice colleges and universities.

We are deeply committed to arts education. Our music program is an important part of our curricula, school culture, and plays a critical role in our students' academic growth.

We are also particularly proud of our ground-breaking collaboration with The Juilliard School. The Juilliard-Nord Anglia Performing Arts Program, enriches our performing arts curriculum and students’ learning with the artistic values, traditions, and expertise of Juilliard.

THE ROLE

North Broward Preparatory School is seeking a high school Spanish teacher with experience and expertise in teaching upper level Spanish courses. Preferred but not required qualities include experience and/or training in Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate Spanish programs and ESOL certification.

SKILL SET REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to articulate the Mission, Vision, and Values of the school and Nord Anglia, both verbally and in writing
• Comprehensive knowledge of curriculum and instruction within the appropriate content area and/or grade level
• Ability to function as a student achievement advocate and advisor
• In depth understanding of all elements, goals, instructional best practice strategies, embodied in the Academic Plan, as well as the ability to clearly articulate the plan to parents and students.
• Outstanding listening skills
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Highly developed presentation skills
• Effective organizational skills including but not limited to lesson planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, designing and implementing assessments
• Ability to monitor student progress and report information in a timely manner
• Ability to manage, delegate and monitor tasks
• Ability to mentor and coach students
• Highly developed collaborative leadership skills and the ability to work well with and through others
• Ability to prioritize and to expend allotted resources in alignment with stated academic priorities
• Ability to foster and maintain a positive school climate
• Sense of humor

TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement the established curriculum as described in the NBPS curriculum maps
• Maintain and update curriculum maps on Atlas Rubicon
• Select and plan appropriate learning and teaching activities that are in alignment with NBPS standards
• Exercise good classroom management with the use of fair and consistent standards and appropriate sanctions that are clearly articulated to the students
• Encourage students to ask questions and to express their difficulties.
• Know and use a wide range of assessment strategies consistent with course content and objectives.
• Provide reports on student progress and maintain open communication with ensuring that these reports are accurate and constructive
• Differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the diverse needs of students
• Identify students who need additional academic assistance and be able to refer such students appropriately.
• Provide opportunities for student expression using spoken, written, and electronic forms of communication.
• Develop lessons that engage students in higher order thinking (refer to Bloom's Taxonomy).
• Provide a safe learning environment in which students can take intellectual risks.
• Use learning resources and technology to enhance lessons where appropriate
• Create a stimulating and challenging learning environment with effective use being made of classroom displays.
• Develop student cooperation and tolerance through group work.
• Create an environment that fosters a global mind set
• Create an atmosphere of mutual respect.
• Assist students in taking responsibility for their own actions.
• Encourage students to set realistic goals and to use their time in a constructive and balanced manner.
• Encourage students to participate in the co-curricula life of the school.
• Assign homework that is meaningful and appropriate
• Follow NBPS Professional Protocols
• Maintain accurate records
• Attend functions in support of school and community
• Attend all meetings as required
• Maintain student portfolios and facilitate student led conference following division requirements

ABOUT YOU

You will be able to adapt quickly to our fast-paced international environment, you will possess a university degree, a recognised teaching qualification, and teaching experience. Committed and creative, you will be reflective on your own teaching and student outcomes, seeking out and implementing new ideas and innovative methods to raise the school’s level of achievement.

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships with parents and students. You will also be able to meet visa-related restrictions for US.

NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION

We’re Nord Anglia Education, one of the world’s largest premium international schools organisations. Every day, our teachers and support colleagues help our thousands of students achieve more than they ever imagined possible.

A transformational education at one of our schools is focussed on excellent academic outcomes, creativity, wellbeing, and international connectedness. Our innovative use of educational technology also creates a personalised, 21st century learning experience for all students, while our global scale means we can recruit and retain the world’s best teachers and offer unforgettable events and expeditions.

Our people are empowered to make a difference in their fields of expertise. Our fast pace of growth requires evolution and change from everyone, giving you the chance to define the role you do in the future. This challenges the learning agility of our employees and ensures every day brings interesting new experiences.

Founded in 1972 in the United Kingdom, our first international school opened in 1992 in Warsaw, followed by rapid growth across the world since the 2000s.

When you join our team, you’ll become part of a global family of experts working for a fast-growing premium international brand.

Company Description

North Broward Preparatory School in Coconut Creek of Broward County, Florida is a fantastic private school to work at—notable for our strong leadership, academic success, and continually growing community. With tremendous professional development opportunities through Nord Anglia Education, North Broward Prep also gives employees excellent growth opportunities to enrich their careers.

Company Description

North Broward Preparatory School in Coconut Creek of Broward County, Florida is a fantastic private school to work at—notable for our strong leadership, academic success, and continually growing community. With tremendous professional development opportunities through Nord Anglia Education, North Broward Prep also gives employees excellent growth opportunities to enrich their careers.