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All Saints’ Episcopal Day School in Phoenix seeks an experienced and talented lower school Spanish language educator to begin in August 2023. We value candidates who are passionate about teaching and learning, have a love for the Spanish language and Latin American culture, and are innovative and knowledgeable about how to make Spanish come alive both inside and outside of the classroom. Successful candidates can facilitate learning through differentiated modalities and help students develop strong reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in Spanish.
We place a high value on community and seek candidates with excellent interpersonal skills who work well with students, colleagues, and families. All Saints’ also places a high value on creating a diverse faculty and staff that reflects the cultural richness of Phoenix. This full-time position is responsible for teaching students in kindergarten through fourth grades, working collaboratively on a dynamic team of educators, supporting our schools’ communication with Spanish-speaking families, as well as the other responsibilities of being an independent school educator. Additional responsibilities throughout the year require attendance at evening and weekend events; therefore, All Saints’ is seeking an individual who values a connected community.
The mission of All Saints’ Episcopal Day School is to educate children in the light of God—mind, body, and soul—in a nurturing community. We combine academic excellence with spiritual and moral formation, preparing students to lead fruitful lives and serve a world in need. We are looking for candidates who wish to be an integral part of a community that works together to educate children from head to soul.
Responsibilities include:
Innovation and Leadership
Professional Growth
● Commit to expertise and growth in discipline content and methodology
● Maintain professional reading and engage in meaningful dialogue around reading with colleagues
● Engage in ongoing professional development
● Learn, apply, and integrate technology as appropriate
Curriculum and Program
Instructional Management
● Maintain an academic environment that fosters the belonging and learning of all students
● Utilize and develop learning outcomes for specified curriculum
● Integrate and utilize a variety of teaching and learning modalities including music, song, dance, and traditional stories/nursery rhymes to support the acquisition and retention of language skills.
● Plan instructional activities in collaboration with grade-level and departmental colleagues, attending weekly collaborative planning meetings
● Demonstrate a passion for subject content, skill mastery, and foster a love of learning
Classroom Environment
● Establish a student-centered classroom with a focus on student learning and individualized growth
● Create a classroom environment with an atmosphere of trust, consistency, and respect
● Maintain a positive and structured learning environment
Mission and Culture
● Promote and maintain a collegial, educational environment throughout the campus
● Collaborate effectively with colleagues and administration following the expectations stated in the All Saints’ Faculty/Staff Norms
● Abide by the spirit and policies in the Employee Handbook
● Uphold the spirit and guidelines of The All Saints’ Way
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, education, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
● Fluent in Spanish and have experience teaching a world language
● Experience working with children in an educational setting
● Experience utilizing technology tools to support instruction, communication, and collaboration.
● Ability to connect well with others, including students, families, colleagues, and administrative staff
● Creativity, passion for the subject matter, and a positive attitude
● An appreciation for and an understanding of the social, emotional, educational, and developmental needs of learners ages 5–10
Application Process and Materials
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, a current resume, a statement of educational philosophy, and at least three professional references. Only complete application packages will be considered. Consideration of all candidates will take place until an offer is made and accepted.
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All Saints' Episcopal Day School in Phoenix, Arizona, is a parish-affiliated pre-k through eighth-grade coeducational institution enrolling approximately 535 students. Situated 10 minutes from downtown in the north-central area of Phoenix, the campus is in an attractive residential area along beautiful tree-shaded streets. The 16-acre campus is shared with All Saints’ Episcopal Church. All Saints’ Episcopal Day School is open and inclusive of all religious traditions and embraces diversity as a value to be sought, including in its employment practices.
All Saints’ is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and holds membership in the National Association of Independent Schools, the Arizona Association of Independent Schools, the National Association of Episcopal Schools, and the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools. All Saints’ Episcopal Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Phoenix, AZ 85012: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
- Spanish (Required)
Work Location: One location