Omaha Public Schools Is Hiring A World Language Teacher

Join us in transforming education and inspiring students worldwide as a World Language Teacher in Spanish, French, Chinese, or German! 🌍✨

Job Title: World Language Teacher – Spanish, French, Chinese, or German

Salary Range: $51,380 – $85,500 per year. Salary credit may be awarded for applicable experience.

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Position Purpose

The teacher plans, teaches, and facilitates engaging learning experiences for all students. They create a positive and inclusive learning environment, monitor academic progress, maintain records, and uphold discipline. Collaborating closely with students, parents, and staff, this role ensures classroom education meets the diverse needs of all learners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• Certification: Valid NE Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsements in World Languages such as Spanish, French, Chinese, or other relevant languages.
• Educational Philosophy: Demonstrates a belief that all students can and will learn.
• Attendance & Communication: Excellent attendance record and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Instructional Knowledge: Understanding and application of best instructional practices.
• Interpersonal Skills: Positive and professional interactions fostering human relationships.
• Professional Experience: Documented successful classroom teaching and/or student teaching experience.
• Ethics & Standards: Willingness and ability to adhere to the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• Collaboration & Growth: Ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents, and community, and a continuous commitment to professional development.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develop students’ cognitive skills and respect for learning 📚
• Foster students’ self-esteem and positive attitude towards education 😊
• Understand and work effectively with a diverse student population 🌎
• Integrate leadership, technology, and communication into the curriculum 💻🗣️
• Plan and guide the learning process to help students meet program objectives 🎯
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning 🏫
• Use diagnostic tools and progress assessments to monitor growth 📊
• Select and employ effective instructional methods and materials 📝
• Establish cooperative relationships with all students 🤝
• Maintain open communication channels with parents, guardians, and staff 📞
• Engage in ongoing professional growth activities to enhance skills and knowledge 🌱
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the school’s mission and goals 🏫
• Integrate themes of leadership, technology, and communication within a diverse community 🌐

Additional Duties

For the complete job description, please visit our website. Interested candidates MUST complete an application on our site.

Note: Instead of individual postings, we utilize pool postings to connect talented individuals like you. During the interview process, we explore your preferences, skills, and ideal work locations to find the best fit among our diverse opportunities.