Classroom Teacher - Atlas Public Schools
Position: Classroom Teacher
Subject Area: Foreign Languages
Job Title: Elementary Spanish Teacher
Beginning: Aug 25, 2025
Deadline: Open until filled **
District: Atlas Public Schools
St. Louis, MO 63103
Telephone: 314-775-7436
Email:
backer@atlaspublic.org
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Job Description:
Atlas Elementary is adding an additional 120+ students a year with additional grade levels and class sections. Join our growing school and growing team! 

Atlas Public Schools seeks a dynamic and engaging Spanish Teacher to join our Related Arts Team and teach Preschool through 5th-grade students. 

Instructional Delivery
  • Plan and deliver engaging, interactive Spanish lessons that meet the needs of Preschool through 5th-grade students.
  • Develop students’ Spanish language skills through oral language, listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities.
  • Use developmentally appropriate strategies, including games, songs, storytelling, role-play, visuals, and technology, to enhance learning.
  • Differentiate instruction to meet a range of learning styles and language proficiency levels.
  • Introduce students to Spanish-speaking cultures, traditions, and global perspectives.
Curriculum Development and Alignment
  • Design and implement a scaffolded Spanish curriculum aligned with grade-level standards and school goals.
  • Develop age-appropriate units of study that build language proficiency progressively across grade levels.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate Spanish instruction with other content areas.
  • Ensure lessons align with best practices, including ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) standards.
Assessment and Progress Monitoring
  • Create and administer formative and summative assessments to measure student learning and language proficiency.
  • Monitor and document student progress using informal assessments, such as observations, exit tickets, and oral presentations.
  • Provide timely feedback to students and families and identify individual learning goals when needed.
Classroom Culture and Management
  • Establish a positive, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel confident practicing Spanish.
  • Implement clear routines and use positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior effectively.
  • Promote risk-taking and engagement in language learning by encouraging active participation and collaboration.
Family and Community Engagement
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and provide resources to support learning at home.
  • Organize or participate in school events that celebrate Spanish language and culture, such as Hispanic Heritage Month and International Nights.
  • Build relationships with families to create a strong home-school connection that supports student success.
Professional Collaboration and Growth
  • Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and staff to support school-wide goals and instructional alignment.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in language instruction.
  • Contribute to team meetings, sharing strategies, insights, and student progress.
Classroom Materials and Resource Management
  • Develop and maintain instructional materials, including visuals, manipulatives, technology tools, and activities.
  • Curate a classroom library of Spanish books, games, and resources for various grade levels.
  • Use technology effectively to support instruction and student engagement.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Spanish, or a related field.
  • State teaching certification (or eligibility for certification).
  • Fluency in Spanish (native or near-native proficiency required).
  • Experience teaching elementary-aged students, preferably across multiple grade levels.
  • Strong understanding of language acquisition principles and instructional strategies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to create an inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
  • Commitment to Atlas Public Schools’ mission of educating the whole child through rigorous academics and authentic learning experiences.

** District reserves the right to close any Job Posting when a suitable applicant has been found before the deadline date.
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