Job Description
Job Description
HUDSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
HUDSON, MASSACHUSETTS
Position: Portuguese / Spanish - World Language Teacher
Reports to: Principal of Schools/ Coordinator of World Languages
Approved by: Brian K. Reagan, Ed.D
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.
SUMMARY:
The Portuguese/Spanish teacher will provide instruction in Portuguese and Spanish language to second language learners, as well as heritage speakers of the language, collaborate with teachers inside and outside the department, collaborate with families to support student progress, and maintain student data and as required by the department, school, or district.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
a) Develop curriculum content and standards-based curriculum
b) Provide instruction to second language and heritage learners on developed Portuguese and Spanish curriculum.
c) Monitor student progress using state and district-developed assessments and set student learning goals based on assessments.
d) Reflect on teaching and learning using quantitative and qualitative data and make curricular and instructional adjustments based on data.
e) Collaborate with World Language Department colleagues to analyze student and department data, and make ongoing programmatic improvements.
f) Collaborate and confer with families of students to support language learning and academic achievement
g) Maintain current professional knowledge regarding foreign language instruction through reading professional publications, attending professional conferences, and/or participating in other professional learning activities as approved by building administrators and/or the World Languages curriculum coordinator.
h) Maintain confidentiality regarding personal and work/school related information for all students and staff of the district.
Qualifications:
At least Advanced Low level of proficiency in Spanish (native or native-like).
At least Intermediate High level of proficiency in Portuguese.
Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Educator Licensure Foreign Language - Portuguese.
Bachelor's degree, required.
Evidence of successful teaching experience, preferred.
Strong knowledge base of current research about curriculum, instruction, and assessment in foreign language instruction and the ability to apply this knowledge in daily practice.
Knowledge of Massachusetts Common Core State Standards and state adopted standards, Instruction, and Assessment and the ability to apply this knowledge in daily practice.
Experience living in one or more Portuguese or Spanish speaking countries, preferred
Strong organizational skills and strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills. Effective computer skills.
Experience in providing professional development for teachers, preferred.
Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI), and fingerprints
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Hudson School Committee's policy on evaluation or in accordance with union contract.
WORK YEAR:
Nondiscrimination and Title IX Notice
Hudson Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information in admission, administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106. The Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Allard, [email protected], 978-567-6100 ext. 41124, has been designated as the Title IX Coordinator. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Hudson Public Schools may be referred to Jennifer Allard or to U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-1100, telephone 800-421-3481
While performing duties of this job, the employee may often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee will have also have ample periods of standing and may be required to traverse throughout the building. The employee must frequently use hands and frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). Physical abilities may also include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field. Ability must be able to lift and/or push and pull 15 to 20lbs for short periods, and walk up and down stairs several times a day. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff members, and the public in person and on the telephone.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application process or on the job, you are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department- [email protected]
Welcome to ATX Learning
Goals
1.Continuous improvement of student achievement
2.Continuous improvement of a safe and supportive environment
3.Increase parent and community engagement with our schools
4.Continuous improvement of health and wellness
5.Increase the clarity of strategic direction and continuously improve infrastructure
Vision
In partnership with families and community, we will maintain standards of academic excellence, preparing all students to be intellectually curious, academically confident, and successful active citizens in a competitive and global environment.
Core Values
We believe in addressing the needs of the whole child, fostering students' intellectual growth, cultural competency, creativity, and wellbeing.
We believe in rigorous academic standards, a challenging curriculum with service learning opportunities for all students, and high expectations for students' ethical, civic, and social development.
We believe successful instruction is student-focused and that it addresses the individual's unique needs and talents.
We believe in the potential of all students to grow continuously and to develop the critical thinking skills, independence, and personal responsibility required for success in school, career, and life.
We believe that every educator is an active contributor to a community of learners focused on continuous improvement.
We believe schools, families, and the community working together can provide the best opportunity for our students to be academically successful and contributing citizens.
HUDSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
HUDSON, MASSACHUSETTS
Position: Portuguese / Spanish - World Language Teacher
Reports to: Principal of Schools/ Coordinator of World Languages
Approved by: Brian K. Reagan, Ed.D
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.
SUMMARY:
The Portuguese/Spanish teacher will provide instruction in Portuguese and Spanish language to second language learners, as well as heritage speakers of the language, collaborate with teachers inside and outside the department, collaborate with families to support student progress, and maintain student data and as required by the department, school, or district.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
a) Develop curriculum content and standards-based curriculum
b) Provide instruction to second language and heritage learners on developed Portuguese and Spanish curriculum.
c) Monitor student progress using state and district-developed assessments and set student learning goals based on assessments.
d) Reflect on teaching and learning using quantitative and qualitative data and make curricular and instructional adjustments based on data.
e) Collaborate with World Language Department colleagues to analyze student and department data, and make ongoing programmatic improvements.
f) Collaborate and confer with families of students to support language learning and academic achievement
g) Maintain current professional knowledge regarding foreign language instruction through reading professional publications, attending professional conferences, and/or participating in other professional learning activities as approved by building administrators and/or the World Languages curriculum coordinator.
h) Maintain confidentiality regarding personal and work/school related information for all students and staff of the district.
Qualifications:
At least Advanced Low level of proficiency in Spanish (native or native-like).
At least Intermediate High level of proficiency in Portuguese.
Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Educator Licensure Foreign Language - Portuguese.
Bachelor's degree, required.
Evidence of successful teaching experience, preferred.
Strong knowledge base of current research about curriculum, instruction, and assessment in foreign language instruction and the ability to apply this knowledge in daily practice.
Knowledge of Massachusetts Common Core State Standards and state adopted standards, Instruction, and Assessment and the ability to apply this knowledge in daily practice.
Experience living in one or more Portuguese or Spanish speaking countries, preferred
Strong organizational skills and strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills. Effective computer skills.
Experience in providing professional development for teachers, preferred.
Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI), and fingerprints
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Hudson School Committee's policy on evaluation or in accordance with union contract.
WORK YEAR:
- 10 months, 183 days
- 3 personal days, 13 sick days, prorated pursuant to date of hire
- Benefit Eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start date.
- Benefit information: https://www.townofhudson.org/875/Employee-Benefits
Nondiscrimination and Title IX Notice
Hudson Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information in admission, administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106. The Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Allard, [email protected], 978-567-6100 ext. 41124, has been designated as the Title IX Coordinator. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Hudson Public Schools may be referred to Jennifer Allard or to U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-1100, telephone 800-421-3481
While performing duties of this job, the employee may often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee will have also have ample periods of standing and may be required to traverse throughout the building. The employee must frequently use hands and frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). Physical abilities may also include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field. Ability must be able to lift and/or push and pull 15 to 20lbs for short periods, and walk up and down stairs several times a day. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff members, and the public in person and on the telephone.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application process or on the job, you are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department- [email protected]
Welcome to ATX Learning
Goals
1.Continuous improvement of student achievement
2.Continuous improvement of a safe and supportive environment
3.Increase parent and community engagement with our schools
4.Continuous improvement of health and wellness
5.Increase the clarity of strategic direction and continuously improve infrastructure
Vision
In partnership with families and community, we will maintain standards of academic excellence, preparing all students to be intellectually curious, academically confident, and successful active citizens in a competitive and global environment.
Core Values
We believe in addressing the needs of the whole child, fostering students' intellectual growth, cultural competency, creativity, and wellbeing.
We believe in rigorous academic standards, a challenging curriculum with service learning opportunities for all students, and high expectations for students' ethical, civic, and social development.
We believe successful instruction is student-focused and that it addresses the individual's unique needs and talents.
We believe in the potential of all students to grow continuously and to develop the critical thinking skills, independence, and personal responsibility required for success in school, career, and life.
We believe that every educator is an active contributor to a community of learners focused on continuous improvement.
We believe schools, families, and the community working together can provide the best opportunity for our students to be academically successful and contributing citizens.
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