Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Spanish Head Teacher  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Description Chiaravalle Montessori is looking for a dynamic, self-guided, certified Spanish Head Teacher to join our faculty for the 2024-2025 school year.  This person will provide instruction to multi-age classrooms (ages 3-14) from Preschool - 8th grade. The Spanish Head Teacher is a full-time (40 hr), fully benefited position scheduled onsite Monday - Friday between 8am - 4:30pm (depending on the class schedule).   THE POSITION The Spanish Head Teacher will collaborate with classroom teachers to thoughtfully integrate the Spanish curriculum into homeroom classes via "push in" sessions, formal classes and/or other structured visits.  This person will prepare and provide learning materials for children to explore and discover independently to reinforce classroom lessons.  The Spanish Head Teacher will utilize best practices in the classroom to provide individualized and differentiated learning plans in order to meet the cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual growth of each child. The role also includes developing Spanish material to teach in our after school and studio programs.  THE SCHOOL Chiaravalle is an AMS and ISACS accredited school, philosophically rooted in the methods of Maria Montessori. We incorporate mission-appropriate best practices in education to refine curriculum, improve programming, support learners, and enhance school culture. Here, individual learners, a caring community and global citizenship are respected. As Montessori educators, we believe teachers observe, personalize, and facilitate learning. Choice and self-pacing materials increase each learner's engagement and mastery of skills or concepts. Differentiated instruction and student-initiated learning are encouraged within our integrated Montessori curriculum. Chiaravalle offers an education from infancy through preparation for high-school. As students make their journey, our nurturing yet challenging environment helps them gain greater independence and self-confidence while developing higher-order cognitive skills.   Position Requirements Education & Experience  The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Education and/or Spanish and Montessori or Professional Educator certification.  You need a minimum of 2 years relevant experience teaching the Spanish language in a school setting, preferably in a K-8 Lead Teacher role and a Montessori setting. Excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal and written communication, organization skills are preferred. This person must be adaptable to different situations, communication and social styles. Patience, the ability to stay calm and maintain respectful and peaceful communication with children and adults is also essential. Other Requirements Physical requirements include full ability to see, walk, hear and talk as well as lift and carry up to 15 lbs. regularly, up to 40-50 lbs in the case of lifting or carrying a child in an emergency situation, and pushing/pulling/reaching to maintain files, supplies and equipment.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Elementary After School Assistant Teacher in Evanston, IL Posted on: 11/14/2023 [Apply Now] Assistant Teacher Toddler in Evanston, IL Posted on: 4/29/2024 [Apply Now] Assistant Teacher Toddler - Part Time in Evanston, IL Posted on: 4/29/2024 [Apply Now] Junior Guide in Evanston, IL Posted on: 1/17/2024 [Apply Now] Substitute Teacher in Evanston, IL Posted on: 7/23/2019 [Apply Now]

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