Teacher Long Term Substitute K-5 Spanish Teacher
Job Description
Temporary Teaching Opportunity at Stanley British Primary School
Long-term Substitute K-5 Spanish Teacher
Overview
Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a progressive independent school serving 470 children from transitional kindergarten through 8th grade. For 50 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners guided by inspired teachers. At Stanley, a child’s education goes well beyond academics – our teachers and our instruction principles give children the opportunity to reach their full potential academically, creatively, socially, emotionally and physically. We asked parents, teachers, staff and students to reflect on why they chose Stanley BPS. The answers we heard reflect a place and a philosophy unlike any other in the Denver independent school landscape. Teaching and learning at Stanley goes beyond a simple education. Students here have a chance to play, to choose, to interact and to own and embrace their own learning.
We value:
- An inclusive and diverse community
- Joyfulness
- Lifelong learning
- Positive and constructive communication
- Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
- An understanding of children and childhood
- Commitment to making a positive difference in the world
Responsibilities Include:
- Teaching kindergarten through fifth-grade Spanish classes
- Inspiring and educating children to develop to their full potential – socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically and creatively
- Creating a safe, supportive, mutually respectful classroom community that values the distinct contributions and abilities of each child
- Implementing integrated, meaningful, developmentally-appropriate curricula in which students can explore and experiment through first-hand experiences
- Creating opportunities for students to know themselves, to make good choices, and take responsibility for their own learning and actions
- Participating in K-1-2 and 3-4-5 events, trips, and activities
- Assisting with supervision, such as carpool, recess, and lunch duty
- Supporting other duties as assigned
- Actively engaging in ongoing professional development
Desired Qualifications and Background Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree
- A degree in Spanish or experience teaching Spanish
- An appreciation for and understanding of Stanley British Primary’s philosophy of education, including the 7 goals for learners of self-awareness, collaboration, respect, curiosity, perseverance, academic resourcefulness, and joyful, lifelong learning
- A deep enjoyment in working with, honoring, and valuing each individual child
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core value in the classroom and within the school community
- A commitment to, enjoyment of, and appreciation of the developmental needs of kindergarten through fifth grade students
- A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart to our students
- Experience working in a diverse environment
- Highly organized and attentive to detail, keeping track of a wide variety of dates, deadlines and logistics
- A willingness to pitch in and help out wherever needed
- A self-starter who is attentive to the needs of individual faculty and of the overall K-1-2 and 3-4-5 teams.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Familiarity and comfort with a range of technology, including the Google platform and the Microsoft software suite
- A desire to work with K-1-2 and 3-4-5 aged children
- A positive presence and enthusiasm for life-long learning
We Value:
- An inclusive and diverse community
- Joyfulness
- Lifelong learning
- Positive and constructive communication
- Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
- An understanding of children and childhood
- Commitment to making a positive difference in the world
Compensation:
$25 to $32 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment, and access to services and programs.
