Spanish Teacher

Job Title: Foundational Spanish Literacy Instructor / Instructora de Alfabetización Inicial en Español

The Spanish Literacy Instructor/ Instructora de Alfabetización Inicial en Español will be responsible for teaching and implementing a comprehensive Spanish literacy curriculum tailored to non-literate Hispanic Spanish-speaking middle school-aged students. The primary goal of this role is to equip students with the foundational skills necessary for reading, writing, and comprehension in Spanish and eventually, to introduce foundational literacy in English.

Benefits

• Pay rate of $25/hr-$28/hr DOE
• Off weekends, holidays, & summer
• 16 paid BACR holidays (dependent on hours worked)
• Stepping stone into a career in education, to a credentialed teacher, administrative or leadership role
• Employee assistance program, dental, vision, mental health benefit/wellness program, life insurance, flexible spending account (commuter, dependent, medical)

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have teaching certification or credentials in Spanish education
• 3+ years of teaching experience (experience may substitute education)
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and spoken Spanish
• In-person instruction for students in San Rafael, CA

Highly preferred

• Experience working with non-literate learners, particularly Hispanic/Latinx populations
• Strong understanding of literacy development principles and instructional strategies

Responsibilities (Included but not limited to)

Curriculum Planning and Teaching

• In collaboration with the Community Schools Program Lead, plan according to our current Foundational Spanish Literacy Curriculum which is tailored to the unique needs of non-literate Hispanic students.
• Create and develop structured and culturally sensitive Spanish literacy engaging lesson plans, learning materials, and activities that promote active participation and comprehension.
• Administer weekly assessments to gauge students' progress in reading, writing, and comprehension skills.

Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusivity

• Foster a culturally inclusive and respectful learning environment that celebrates the diversity of Hispanic cultures and experiences.
• Incorporate authentic cultural materials and experiences into the curriculum.
• Actively promotes respect for cultural diversity

Youth Development

• Support and maintain an emotional and safe environment
• Be a positive role model for struggling students
• Have fun engaging students in lesson plans that support school-day learning

About Us

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our website at www.bacr.org.

Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.