We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, engaging and experienced Spanish teacher to collaborate in developing and delivering a challenging, yet developmentally appropriate, academic Spanish program for lower school students. Applicants must have a clear understanding of the developmental and academic needs of lower school students and show a willingness to work both independently and collaboratively. The successful candidate should possess extensive experience in elementary Spanish curriculum design and classroom teaching, as well as a native or near-native proficiency in spoken and written Spanish. The teacher must have computer literacy and familiarity with Internet resources for the teaching of Spanish and possess personal traits appropriate for nurturing the growth of children. 

 

• Develop and implement lesson plans in the target language.
• Use highly interactive, multi-modal and developmentally appropriate teaching and classroom management practices.
• Provide extra help to students individually or as a group.
• Demonstrate collegiality and an eagerness to collaborate with colleagues to enhance the instructional environment.
• Evaluate student performance.
• Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, administrators and other professionals on a regular basis.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students and parents.
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules and coordinating activities with other teachers.
• Use a variety of methods and approaches (including differentiation) to match curricular objectives to the range of pupil needs, and ensure equal opportunity for all pupils.
• Develop high expectations for all pupils, to deepen their knowledge and understanding and to maximize their achievement.
• Monitor student activities in classrooms and on the rest of the school's campus to ensure the welfare and safety of the students.
• Work with other members of the faculty, administration and staff on interdisciplinary opportunities at the school.
• Participate in continued professional growth.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Lower School 

• The successful candidate for the position will possess the following skills and characteristics:
• Fluency in Spanish
• Understanding of the needs and development of lower school students
• Understanding of Spanish cultures and customs
• Competent use of technology to teach Spanish
• Energetic and enthusiastic
• Creative
• Flexible
• Patient
• Communicate clearly
• Sense of humor

Background:

The ideal candidate will have the following desired experience:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Spanish
• An official ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview rating at the
  Intermediate-High level or better is required
• Three to Five years teaching Spanish in lower school
• Independent School experience
• Ohio Certification to teach K-6 Spanish

The Director of Early Learning Center is responsible for providing overall leadership for the preschool program at MVCDS. The Director facilitates preschool team meetings and decision making and also manages day-to-day issues of the center. This position serves as liaison with the MVCDS development and admissions offices. The Director assists with small groups of students as well as provides testing and observational assessment of students as needed. The Director is responsible for providing performance feedback and reviews for all ELC teaching staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Early Learning Center
• Facilitate ongoing review and development of curriculum
• Provide professional development opportunities for ELC faculty
• Direct program operations
• Provide personnel management, including performance reviews
• Manage the department budget
• Maintain a healthy environment for children, staff and families
• Provide resources and support for children with learning differences
• Develop and facilitate parent enrichment classes
• Partner with parents and the broader community
• Communicate and market the ELC program to all interested parties via newsletters, website, and other strategies
• Establish annual program development goals
• Establish program policies and procedures
• Identify and implement strategies to recruit students and maintain enrollment
• Foster a nurturing and engaging atmosphere which reflects respect, enthusiasm, and compassion that is supportive and accessible to children, families, and staff
• Ensure the development and expansion of the Early Learning Center as a model early learning program.

• Leadership
• Program evaluation
• Communication -Oral and Written with:
• School Administration
• Faculty and Staff
• Parents
• Change management
• Innovation
• Flexibility
• Collaboration
• Professionalism
• Team Building
• Self-Motivated
• Strong Work Ethic
• Multi-Tasking
• Time Management
• Team Player
• Experience and Background
• Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Knowledge of emerging research in early childhood education with special emphasis on learning theorists and their application to the work of early childhood education
• 5-7 years of teaching experience in an early childhood setting
• Program leadership experience in an early childhood setting
• Valid Ohio Teacher’s license

 

 

The successful candidate for the part-time Upper School Science Teacher position at MVCDS will be responsible for teaching two (2), fifty (50) minute laboratory science classes five (5) days a week in the Upper School.

 

• Teach Upper School laboratory science classes
• Develop lessons plans
• Provide extra help to students individually or as a group
• Evaluate student performance
• Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, administrators and other professionals on a regular basis
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the community
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students and parents
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules and coordinating activities with other teachers
• Use a variety of methods and approaches (including differentiation) to match curricular objectives to the range of pupil needs, and ensure equal opportunity for all pupils
• Set high expectations for all pupils, to deepen their knowledge and understanding and to maximize their achievement
• Monitor student activities in classrooms and on the rest of the school's campus to ensure the welfare and safety of the students.

 

• The successful candidate for the position will possess the following skills and characteristics:
• Competence in Upper School Biology and Chemistry
• Ability and desire to collaborate
• Innovative, creative
• Flexible
• Conflict management and strong problem solving skills
• Decisive, ability to deal with difficult situations

 

• The ideal candidate will have the following minimum experience:
• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in science education or a science field, preferably Biology
• Desire a minimum of 3-5 years teaching experience in science
• Must have or be willing to obtain State of Ohio Professional Teachers’ License or State of Ohio Permanent Non-Tax certificate