JOB TITLE: Spanish Teacher
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Holy Family School
REPORTS TO: Head of Schools (HoS)
ABOUT HOLY FAMILY MINISTRIES
Holy Family Ministries is a unique community that provides opportunities for children, youth, and families from Chicago’s under-resourced neighborhoods to excel academically, grow spiritually, expand life experiences, and become exceptional leaders. For nearly forty years, Holy Family (HFM) has provided hope and purpose, rooted in faith, through the transforming power of education. More than 500 students across four programs are enrolled in year-round programming, each experiencing the chance for a brighter future. At Holy Family, Excellence in Education goes beyond just the classroom, ensuring every child can succeed in school and life.
Our programs strengthen communities by educating youth for entrance into high-performing high schools; instill in youth the values, character strengths, and resilience needed to succeed in life; and develop young leaders. The four stellar programs available at Holy Family Ministries: 1) Little Learners Academy - Early learning education, 2) Holy Family School - Education for K-8, 3) Adventures in Learning - afterschool and summer camp, and 4) The Peace Exchange - youth leadership and violence prevention program.
Holy Family Ministries has earned a Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator and a well-respected 501(c)(3) organization.
JOB OVERVIEW
A teacher at Holy Family Ministries will inspire young minds, build strong interpersonal relationships with students, engage family, and share a commitment to ensuring that every child achieves their full potential.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develop and implement a curriculum and lesson plans that will foster knowledge and skills necessary to effectively learn the Spanish language
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Teach students the Spanish alphabet, vocabulary, syntax, and grammar rules
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Deliver interactive and engaging lessons to promote learning through conversation and other activities
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Assess student performance through examinations, quizzes, and homework assignments
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Monitor student progress and adapt teaching strategies as necessary to enhance learning
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Encourage students to speak in Spanish to boost their confidence and fluency
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Provide feedback to students and parents about the student’s performance and progress
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Organize cultural activities such as field trips and film screenings to expose students to Spanish culture
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Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by Holy Family Ministries policies, and administrative regulations
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Stay updated on new teaching methods, educational research, and language teaching resources
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Communicate with parents or guardians about student performance and behavior
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Participate in professional development activities and stay up-to-date with the latest teaching techniques
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Implement strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
Minimum of three years teaching Spanish as a second language
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Bilingual Spanish (required)
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Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations
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Desire to work with (elementary/middle school) scholars and their families in under resourced communities
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Outstanding verbal, written, and technological (computer/internet) skills
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Ability to build relationships and influence others
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Demonstrated leadership abilities
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Excellent organizational and communication skills
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Proficient in MS Suites and Google Suites
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Committed to the goals of the program and approach
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Evidence of efficacy and willingness to be a team player
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Belief and commitment to Holy Family Ministries mission and values
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Able to work indoors and occasionally outdoors. Role requires sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, seeing, hearing, and the ability to lift a minimum of 10lbs.
BENEFITS (full-time employees only)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Chicago Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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