Desert Heights Preparatory Academy is looking to hire a High School Spanish Teacher to join an established High School Team and Spanish Department. We are a program with small class sizes, with a range of 14-22 students in each class. DHPA is a uniform school with a vision that promotes our 3 pillars of Academic Excellence, Integrity of Character, and Social Awareness.

Our community is known for a having a very positive culture that feels like family. Our students thrive in this positive environment and we have a large team of support that includes a strong behavior team, teacher mentors, advisors to support student goals, and accessible administration so that our teaching staff can focus on instruction.

There are many opportunities within our school for professional growth, coaching, and building programs as well.

Primary Job Location:

Desert Heights Preparatory Academy
3540 West Union Hills Drive
Glendale, AZ 85308

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide daily instruction to High School students in Spanish at the high school level, as well as 2 college level or Dual Enrollment courses (Spanish 101 and Spanish 102).

• Ensure instruction for High School level courses meet the state standards requirements, support success on the ACT and other required assessments, and prepare them for college level coursework.
• Ensure college courses are delivered through the expectations of the Maricopa Community Colleges and meet all requirements provided by the colleges.

• Provide adequate supervision of students within the classroom and other areas of campus

• Identify the learning needs of individual children
• Provide learning environments that are stimulating so that children develop their potential and experience growth
• Serve as a mentor and role model to students
• Attend professional development required by Administration
• Maintain accurate student records
• Provide learning resources and materials
• Plan and deliver instruction based on needs of individual students
• Plan instruction aligned to the Arizona and National Standards for World Languages
• Develop and adjust curriculum documents for Level 3 and 4 Spanish courses
• Update the Student Learning Management System with plans and assignments daily
• Communicate in a clear and professional manner to all stakeholders in person, over the phone, and via email
• Maintain safety and order in the classroom to create a culture for learning

Knowledge of:

Various applications and software systems; Edupoint Educational Systems, Naviance, Office365, Grade Book, Electronic Communication and Curriculum, and Learning Management System.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Spanish or Master’s Degree in any field with 18 graduate credits
• Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• A current resume
• 2 letters of recommendation
• Strong communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with a team
• Flexible, organized, positive professional conduct

Benefits:

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & 401k
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job Type: Full-time