Job Description

Join our dynamic high school team in Tulsa, United States, as a Spanish Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated educator to inspire and guide our students in their journey to master the Spanish language and explore Hispanic cultures.

• Develop and implement engaging Spanish language curriculum for high school students
• Create and deliver interactive lessons that promote language acquisition and cultural understanding
• Assess student progress through various methods, including oral and written evaluations
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall language program and cross-curricular initiatives
• Integrate technology to enhance language learning and cultural experiences
• Participate in extracurricular activities, such as language clubs or cultural events
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding student progress and program objectives
• Stay current with best practices in foreign language education and implement innovative teaching strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Education, or a related field
• Valid Oklahoma teaching certification/license for Spanish at the secondary level
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish, with excellent speaking, reading, and writing skills
• Strong classroom management skills and ability to create a positive learning environment
• Proficiency in curriculum development and lesson planning for diverse learners
• Experience with various assessment methods and grading practices
• Familiarity with educational technology and its integration in language instruction
• Knowledge of second language acquisition methodologies
• Understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures and current events in the Hispanic world
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and growth
• Previous high school teaching experience preferred
• Experience working with diverse student populations is highly desirable

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

_ Compensation and Benefits:_

This is a Full-Time, 10-month position. The salary is commensurate with experience and is based on the KIPP Tulsa salary scale.

Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits, including health, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long-term disability, and participation in Oklahoma Teacher Retirement plans.

As an equal opportunity employer, KIPP Tulsa does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.