Oakcrest School, an independent school for girls grades 6-12 in McLean, VA, seeks a full-time, experienced, dynamic Upper School Spanish Teacher and Language Department Chair to start working in August 2013. Qualified applicants will meet the following criteria:
Upper School Spanish Teacher
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Master’s/MEd or PhD (preferred)
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Native or near-native Spanish proficiency (required)
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Minimum of 6 years teaching experience
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Ability to teach a range of Spanish classes, from Spanish 1 through AP Spanish Language/Literature
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Experience with the Communicative Approach required
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Participation in Upper School life in meaningful ways outside the classroom (coaching, leading extracurriculars, supervisions, etc.)
Language Chair
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Prior administrative experience as a department chair or curricular leader required
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Ability to recruit, evaluate, mentor and supervise language teachers
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Budget management experience required
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Interest in reviewing, developing, and overseeing language curriculum
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Interest in continuing the department’s strong tradition of engagement in local, regional and national professional development in the language field via different organizations required
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Must be current with national curricular initiatives and ACTFL guidelines, and embrace the integration of technology and innovation in teaching methods.
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Department heads collaborate with the Division Head and Academic Dean on student issues, work with Admissions on student testing and placement and teach four sections
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Serve as member of Department Head team
Candidates who meet these criteria should send a cover letter, resume, transcripts and a list of at least three current references to: Cecilia Marquez, Academic Dean, 850 Balls Hill Rd, McLean, VA 22101