World Language Dept Head/Middle School Spanish Teacher Job at Buckingham Browne & Nichols School (Cambridge)

Job Description

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is seeking a full-time Middle School World Language Department Head/Spanish Teacher to lead our Middle School World Language Department. The BB&N Middle School consists of Grades 7 and 8. We are seeking a thoughtful, collaborative leader and experienced Spanish teacher to teach 3 classes across both grades, who values student voice and agency, and utilizes a variety of current pedagogical approaches to facilitating student learning. Other faculty member responsibilities encompass advising in our co-curricular advisory program and contributing to the program as needed.

Job Responsibility

Leading the MS World Language Department of four faculty members in the development of programs
Supporting the ongoing work on proficiency assessments and benchmarks
With the department, planning and developing an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom
Collaboratively preparing materials for lessons, assignments, and tests
Supervising the behavior of students in the classroom, school grounds, and educational trips
Monitoring students' progress throughout the year
Communicating progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and other faculty/staff/leadership
Building and maintaining positive relationships with parents, students, and colleagues
Enforcing safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors
Maintaining required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports
Monitoring halls, study periods, and lunch
Participating in department head meetings, faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops
Performing related tasks such as sponsoring student activities
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Degree in Spanish, Spanish Education, or a related field
Bachelor's degree is required
Master's is preferred
Proficiency in Spanish is required
5-7 years of classroom teaching experience preferred
Proficiency in a third language is a plus
Commitment to fostering dynamic and engaging classroom experiences for students
Thrive as part of a collaborative team
Demonstrate dedication to supporting adolescent growth and development
Dedication to encouraging middle school-aged students to think deeply about the curriculum
A creative and multi-dimensional educator
Commitment to creating experiences to foster student curiosity
Work effectively with a diverse group of people

Nice to have

Master's degree
5-7 years of classroom teaching experience
Proficiency in a third language

What we offer

403(b) plan with up to a 10% match of salary
health & dental insurance
commuter benefits
long-term disability insurance

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