Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCherry Creek Trail, Parker, Douglas County, Colorado, 80134, United States
About Us
Global Village Academy is an innovative charter school where students learn core academic content through language immersion. Language offerings vary by campus: our North - Thornton campus offers Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, and Russian, while our Aurora and Douglas County campuses offer Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, and French. GVA is truly a "global village." Our immersion teachers come from all over the world, each bringing their unique culture and language into the classroom. United by a common core, students are challenged to become world-class thinkers, capable of engaging ideas using multiple languages and cross-cultural perspectives, through an internationally benchmarked curriculum spanning each language village.
About the Role
As a teacher at Global Village Academy, you will develop, plan, and implement curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs within your areas of expertise. Your mission is to use effective methods to promote exemplary critical thinking and foster achievement for all students. You will facilitate children's physical, cognitive, and social-emotional learning through lessons designed to sequentially develop skills appropriate to their ability and confidence levels. The role requires providing engaging, fun, and effective instruction that helps all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding.
Day in the Life
You will work in a school-based setting with regular interaction with students, staff, and families. Your day involves teaching knowledge and skills in social studies education, utilizing curriculum and other appropriate learning activities. You will analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of games and fundamentals of body movement. A significant part of your role involves observing, evaluating, and reporting on students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. You will manage behavior problems on an individual basis, teach problem-solving skills that lead to peaceful conflict resolution, and maintain excellent communication with parents throughout the school year. Occasional evening meetings and events may be required.
Equal Opportunity
Global Village Academy shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic prohibited by law. GVA is committed to cultural diversity among school personnel as a means of enriching the educational experience. GVA shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.
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What does a Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3 at Global Village Academy do?expand_more
A Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3 at Global Village Academy is responsible for the following: Design and implement curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs to promote critical thinking; Conduct daily formal and informal assessments of student achievement and academic progress; Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse student needs and ensure all students experience success; and Manage student behavior and teach conflict resolution skills to foster positive self-concepts.
What are the requirements for this Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3 role?expand_more
Global Village Academy is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: BA or BS from an accredited College or University; PLACE or PRAXIS preferred; and Valid Colorado Department of Education License preferred.
Where is the Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3 role at Global Village Academy located?expand_more
Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3 at Global Village Academy is based in Cherry Creek Trail, Parker, Douglas County, Colorado, 80134, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3 job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Global Village Academy has listed this Spanish Immersion Teacher K-3 role as on-site.