The IB MYP Spanish Teacher plays a crucial role in the educational development of students by facilitating the learning of the Spanish language within the framework of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP). This role is essential in promoting multilingualism, intercultural understanding, and global engagement among students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and effective Spanish language instruction following the IB MYP curriculum.
- Plan and implement differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
- Utilize a variety of teaching strategies to foster language acquisition and fluency in Spanish.
- Assess and monitor student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.
- Collaborate with colleagues to integrate language and culture across different subject areas.
- Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Integrate technology into instructional practices to enhance language learning.
- Participate in professional development to stay abreast of best practices in language teaching and IB MYP framework.
- Support students personal and academic development through mentorship and guidance.
- Contribute to the broader IB MYP community through involvement in school events and activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Spanish, Education, or related field.
- Teaching certification or license in Spanish language education.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching Spanish to secondary students, preferably in an IB MYP setting.
- Proficiency in Spanish language, both written and spoken.
- Understanding of the IB MYP curriculum and assessment practices.
- Ability to implement differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
- Strong classroom management skills and ability to create a positive learning environment.
- Knowledge of language acquisition theories and teaching methodologies.
- Experience with culturally responsive teaching practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
