Foreign Language Teacher

The Foreign Language Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality language instruction aligned with New York State Learning Standards and school curriculum requirements. The successful candidate will promote language acquisition, cultural awareness, and effective
communication skills while supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of students in a therapeutic educational setting.

Specific Responsibilities:
• Assess students' language proficiency and educational needs and modify
curriculum and instruction accordingly.
• Develop and implement engaging lessons that promote reading, writing, listening, and speaking proficiency in the target language.
• Integrate cultural awareness and global perspectives into classroom instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Provide direct instruction and facilitate active student participation in language learning activities.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and maintain appropriate
documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student grades using designated digital
platforms.
• Prepare report cards, progress reports, and other required academic
documentation.
• Develop and implement goals and objectives related to students' IEPs, as
applicable.
• Attend regularly scheduled faculty meetings and professional development
activities.
• Serve as a member of professional committees formed to address school and
student issues.
• Serve as a member of the Committee on Special Education (CSE) when invited.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including administrators, counselors, special education staff, and support personnel.
• Supervise students and maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom
environment.
• Utilize effective classroom management strategies and support positive behavioral interventions.
• Complete Informational, Behavioral, and Incident Reports as required.
• Assist classroom aides in tracking positivity points and student progress.
• Provide guidance and direction to classroom aides and support staff assigned to the classroom.
• Encourage student engagement, confidence, and appreciation for language learning and cultural diversity.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an approved teacher preparation program.
• Major or a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in the target foreign language.
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in World Languages/Foreign Language (Initial, Professional, or Transitional B).
• Passing scores on the New York State Educating All Students (EAS) examination and the applicable Content Specialty Test (CST) for the target language.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the target language and the ability to teach reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills effectively.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including students with
special education needs, preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, organizational, and interpersonal
skills.
• Cleared NYSED fingerprinting and criminal history background check.

Relationship With Others & In the Workplace
• Lead with a sense of shared governance by listening to and valuing input from all stakeholders.
• Work with a sense of social responsibility and take initiative to create a positive work environment for all.
• Communicate openly, respectfully, and intentionally with students, families,
colleagues, and community partners.
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and a commitment to Diversity, Equity,
Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students and families while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Demonstrate a strong belief in each student's capacity for growth, resilience, and academic success.
• Contribute to a trauma-informed, student-centered educational environment.
• Intervene appropriately in challenging situations while maintaining the helping role of an educator and practitioner.

Salary Range: $50,831.96 - $54,125.92 annually, commensurate with education, certification, and experience.

Please Note: This is a full-year position that includes both the regular academic school year and the summer school program. Candidates must be available to fulfill responsibilities throughout the entire school year and summer assignment period.